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Introduction |
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CHIANG MAI
is recognized as Thailand's Northern Capital, "The
Rose of the North", It's a
city with a beautiful cultural personality of its own. In addition,
it's been blessed with much majestic beauty in nature.
As well as guest from overseas, regard Chiang Mai as the holiday
place to visit. |
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Mai was
founded in the late 13th century and is one of the oldest continually
inhabited settlements in Thailand. It was once the capital of Lanna,
an independent Thai Kingdom and has preserved its unique cultural
heritage to a marked degree.
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Chiang Mai
is Thailand's principal northern province. It is some 700
kilometres north of Bangkok and covers an area of 20,000 square
metres. The city is located in a fertile valley some 300 metres
above sea level,which accounts for its slightly drierand cooler
climate than most other parts of this country.
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population is estimated to be 250,000persons.The province itself
is large,measuring 130 kms from east to west,and 320 kms from north
to south .As well as Thai national,it is the home of various colourful
minorities,many with Thai citizenship,including the Lua,Mon,Lisu,Akha,Hmong
and Muser people. |
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Culture
of Chiang Mai is architecture reflects Lanna Thai,Burmese,Sri Lankan
and Mon influences.There are some 300 temples in the city and on
its outskirts. The Golden Age of Lanna-Chiang Mai lies some 500
years back in the time of king Tilokarat,but the city has recently
been undergoing a process of regeneration,and while full of the
bustle of modern life,it hasn't lost touch with its glorious past. |
When
you come to Chiang Mai.You can be sure that its people will welcome
you with their traditional charm and hospitality.
Have a good time in Chiang Mai! |
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