Tha Phae Gate

Tha Phae Gate

Tha Phae Gate
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  • Jitsiri
    Bangkok, Thailand14,826 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Come visit during the festival.
    Went to offer Kathin in Chiang Mai. Stayed in the city and went to visit and take photos with Tha Phae Gate. On the day we went, preparations were being made for the event. There were a lot of people.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 29, 2024
  • SwonQonDoi
    Boston, Massachusetts405 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Chiang Mai Iconic Symbol @ Tha Phae Gate
    “When we go to Chiang Mai, we must visit Tha Phae Gate.” Tha Phae Gate stands as the iconic symbol of Chiang Mai. Originally part of the ancient city of Wiang Chiang Mai, it was reconstructed in 1985 and remains the only gate retaining its original door panels. Its rich history and unique beauty make Tha Phae Gate a must-visit for people traveling to Chiang Mai. Tha Phae Gate is located at the heart of the city, offering convenient access to explore the surrounding area. There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby, providing opportunities for dining and entertainment. Our visit to Tha Phae Gate was not only to admire its beauty but also to enjoy our evening at the nearby bars. Highly recommended for everyone visiting Chiang Mai. Don't miss Tha Phae Gate.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 11, 2024
  • macedonboy
    Glasgow, United Kingdom186,189 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's Okay
    Not the original eastern gate of the walled city, but rebuilt in the early 20th century based on old photos and archaeological evidence. The walls are built of bricks and wooden doors flank the gateway. It's not all that interesting, but people like to pose in front of the gate. During Songkran, the gate and immediate area is beautifully decorated and full of life. Any other time, it's okay.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written April 22, 2024
  • Sooonne
    272 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's just one of the 4 gates :)
    We had accommodation a 3-minute walk from here. The remains of the old city wall can be found all around the old town. At this gate you come across small traders and show artists every evening in the square behind it. Not a particularly spectacular place. You pass by here anyway when you visit the old town.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 6, 2024
  • ぴろーしき
    Seto, Japan9,441 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Eastern Gate
    This gate is located on the east side of the old town of Chiang Mai. I also went to the north and west gates, but this one is by far the most lively, probably because there is a square just to the east. The city walls here are quite long, but it's not worth spending too much time on.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written May 26, 2024
  • wilsonhocw
    Singapore, Singapore3,500 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tha Phae Grill ท่าแพกริลล์
    After visiting Tha Pae Gate and the Sunday Night Market, I would recommend this Tha Phae Grill ท่าแพกริลล์ which is one of the best bar and restaurant in the vicinity. For dining, I would recommend the 4th level. For cocktails and a romantic night view, go up the spiral staircase to the rooftop 5th level. Conveniently located next to Tha Pae Gate.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 20, 2024
  • 경내 gyoungnae
    Asan, South Korea503 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Much better than I expected
    I saw Dear Travallure's video on Google Maps, I realized that I had to come to the Tappe Gate. As in the video, there are people who poke pigeons with sticks at the Tappe Gate and take a picture of the pigeon as it flies away. I didn't, but it's a great experience if you have time. Tapae Gate was built in 1296, and the Sunday Night Market is held every weekend at Sunday Night Market is held here every weekend. It's connected to the Night Bazaar and is a must-see tourist attraction on any trip to Chiang Mai. It's fun to visit Tha Phae Gate while exploring the Old City. I wish you a happy trip to Chiang Mai 😘!
    Visited December 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 20, 2025
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singhasam
Weymouth, UK4,074 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
CHIANG Mai's Tha Phae Gate is perhaps one of the city's most famous landmarks.
Countless people pose for selfies and photos at its entrance on the eastern side of the wall, one of five gates to the Old City.
It is also known to tourists as the place where Chiang Mai's famous Sunday Market starts, stretching away into the Old City in a bewildering array of thousands of stalls.
Well worth a visit but beware the latest craziness to be inflicted on visitors.
It seems that guides for a certain type of tour group get their charges assembled and then deliberately scare the hundreds of pigeons in the area to take flight to provide a photo with clouds of birds in it. Needless to say, it's not the birds going up that you have to watch out for but what comes down!
The gate itself forms part of the moat and city defences originally designed to combat any invasion.
Written November 29, 2023
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Essenziall
Elzach, Germany765 contributions
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Oct 2023 • Friends
The Tha Phae Gate is also beautiful to look at. We were there in the early evening - although there were many other people there too.
The red stone wall with the large gate is probably part of the old city wall. From the inner area of the old town there is an old staircase that you cannot climb up.
The whole thing is beautiful to look at - and you can also take some nice pictures here
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Written October 18, 2023
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China23,483 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Family
Pratu Tha Phae is the eastern gate of the Chiang Mai walled city. The somehow decrepit city wall offers a distant glimpse of the heyday of the Lanna kingdom. It is also a major tourist attraction.
Written September 21, 2023
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Linda Y
Frisco, TX5,693 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Tha Phae Gate marks the east entrance to the old walled city of Chiang Mai. It’s a busy meeting place for locals, tourists and pigeons! When we were there, the square in front of the gate was decorated for the annual Yee Peng Lantern and Loy Krathong festivals. Which by the way, is THE time to visit Chiang Mai. Being here for the festivals was a highlight of our Thailand trip.
Written February 1, 2023
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Phi Somchai
Bangkok, Thailand3,627 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Family
This is the Eastern gate of the walled city and most known among the four gates.

If you go into the walled city from here, it will lead you to the start of the Sunday night bazaar. Good place to start your visit as it leads to the major temples and attractions.

The gate will lead to the Eastern side or the Ping River and the night market.
Written April 28, 2022
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Shreya Saha
Phitsanulok, Thailand919 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019
The best way to check the whole thing is to start at one end of the market and walk down the Loi Kroh Road to the Tha Phae Gate. Tha Phae Gate is an epicenter for Chiang Mai tourism, boasting multitude of hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes, and massage parlors. Tha Pae Gate is one of the most famous landmarks in Chiang Mai and is part of the crumbling city wall which once acted as a fortress for the Old City
Written February 22, 2020
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Carin Murphy
Sunshine Coast, Australia150 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019
Lovely old gateway with big open area leading to the moat. Hundeds of pigeons of all colours and tourists from all over the world taking photos or posing for selfies. When the pigeons are startled there are great reactions in the crowd
Written January 3, 2020
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Daniel A
Beijing, China35,001 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
The place has its history, the area was all brightly lit up for Christmas and New Year’s and it looked very cool. We tried to take some photos, but my kids didn’t care too much about that. They were enthralled by the toys that vendors were selling. In particular, they loved the shiny objects being shot into the sky. Bargain for a toy and have hours of fun with your children. Coming to Chiang Mai is a different experience and they find pleasures in the simplest things, ample places to run around and play and that is here at the Tha Phae Gate and it is especially nice at night.
Written January 18, 2024
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Kari Q 🇨🇦
Picton, Canada919 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Always nice to see a bit of history restored. You can walk around the whole of the old city square and admire all the gates of old Chiang Mai. The square is approximately 2km square (but don't quote me on that). Worth the walk!
Written January 27, 2020
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Suratrichard
Surat Thani, Thailand2,674 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • Couples
One of the old gates into the moated area in the center of Chiang Mai. Maybe it’s different in the evening but we didn’t find it particularly memorable apart from the hundreds of pigeons.
The minute you walk through the gate you are set upon by locals wanting to sell all manner of things including bags of pigeon food. Every few minutes, the seller makes a noise which causes the birds to take flight and there is a real,danger of being covered in bird droppings!
OK if you're in the area but not worth a special visit.
Written February 28, 2022
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