Northern Thailand is a beautiful part of the country. It is famous for its mountains and temples and rich local culture. Chiang Mai is a great place to start your trip. You can enjoy beautiful views ,visit local market and discover the traditional side of Thailand.
After spending three days in Bangkok, we bought round-trip tickets to Chiang Mai for three people for $400. Chiang Mai was a welcome change from Bangkok. The city was warm and humid while the temperatures in the Highlands and mountains get dropped around 12°C.
On our first day, we visited Maya shopping center and explore the surrounding area among cafés, restaurants, and local shops. It was a great way to get to know the city and enjoy its relaxed atmosphere.
The following day we took a trip to Doi Inthanon the highest mountain in Thailand rising about 2565 m above sea level. The mountain is surrounded by beautiful forest and waterfalls and offers breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. It is a wonderful place to enjoy nature escape the heat, and breathe the cool mountain air.
The next day we visited the famous Wht Phra that Doi Suthep Temple located on a mountain overlooking Chiang Mai.the temple is one of the most important and beautiful landmarks in Northern Thailand .
We ended the day at Chiang Mai University, where we found a lovely cafés, surrounded by nature from the café. We could enjoy beautiful views of the green lawns trees and a large lake in the center.
Overall, Chiang Mai is a beautiful city in northern Thailand. It offers a wonderful combination of nature, mountains, temples, cafés, and a relaxed atmosphere for us. It was a great place to experience a different side of Thailand.
