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Visiting Chiang Mai, Thailand


Despite being more than 700 years old and filled with 300 Buddhist temples, Chiang Mai means "new city." Thai history lives on in its original square, surrounded by a moat, sections of fortified wall... more » Despite being more than 700 years old and filled with 300 Buddhist temples, Chiang Mai means "new city." Thai history lives on in its original square, surrounded by a moat, sections of fortified wall and restored entrance gates. But boutique hotels and modern amenities are plentiful. When the shopping urge strikes, beeline for the Night Market. The temple atop Doi Suithep mountain, offering sweeping valley views, or the 13th-century ruins of Wiang Kum Kham settlement are easy day trips. « less
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Weather

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Monthly Averages
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Dec
81°F 27°C
60°F 15°C
Jan
82°F 27°C
58°F 14°C
Feb
88°F 31°C
60°F 15°C
Mar
92°F 33°C
66°F 18°C
Apr
94°F 34°C
72°F 22°C
May
89°F 31°C
73°F 22°C
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Sunday
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87°F 30°C
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59°F 15°C
Monday
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89°F 31°C
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59°F 15°C
Tuesday
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89°F 31°C
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60°F 15°C

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Pak Chiang Mai

5 of 5 stars
San Carlos, CA
Dec 26, 2009

My family and I absolutely loved Pak Chiang Mai. From the moment we were picked up at the airport to the moment we left, we felt taken care of. Noon and her family made us feel welcome and pampered. ...more

3 Sis Bed and Breakfast

4 of 5 stars
Bangkok, Thailand
Dec 26, 2009

We had a pleasant stay at 3Sis. The room is clean and simple. The staff are friendly. The food is great. The location is not bad. The hotel offers what we need - simple, no frills, comfortable, clean,...more

Muan Baan

Dec 26, 2009

We stayed here over the Christmas Holidays and I couldn't thnk of a better place to be! Every day was an absolute Joy! The setting is beautiful and the service was warm, welcoming, and sincere. ...more

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