AsiaRooms.com Your Room Service AsiaRooms.com online hotels Tui Travel - AsiaRooms
Customer Testimonial : "Liked the fact that we paid at time of booking and no problems at check out. We knew in advance what we would get and we were not hit with extra taxes ... " [...read more]
  Back to the main page of AsiaRooms   Worldwide Hotels Reservation   Cheap Flight Tickets   Hotel Reviews   Testimonials   Travel Guide   Get a cheap travel insurance   Add your property   Booking Status   24/7 Customer Support   Contact Us  
Currency :
AsiaRooms.com - in EnglishAsiaRooms.com - en FrançaisAsiaRooms.com - Deutsche VersionAsiaRooms.com - Versión EspañolaAsiaRooms.com - 日本語版
Site Map  |  Advertise with us  |  Hotel Groups  |  Searches  |  Links
ADVERTISEMENTS
Travel Information >> Thailand >> Chiang Mai >> Chiang Mai Overview
Full Hotel Listing in Chiang Mai:

Chiang Mai Overview


Thailand - Bangkok - Chiang Mai - Koh Samui Island - Krabi - Pattaya - Phuket
Capital of Chiang Mai Province, the city of Chiang Mai is the largest in Northern Thailand. AsiaRooms provides complete overview of Chiang Mai, its history, culture and lifestyle.

Located about 700 kilometers from Bangkok, Chiang Mai stands on the banks of River Ping, amongst some of the highest mountains in Thailand. Considered to be one of the topmost tourist destinations in Asia, Chiang Mai is a city that leaves tourists spellbound.

The city's strategic location as a major trade route in the region has shaped the history of Chiang Mai. Founded by King Mengrai in 1296, Chiang Mai formally became a part of Thailand in the year 1774.

Even though it has not been able to match the cosmopolitan magnificence of Bangkok, the most popular city of Thailand, Chiang Mai has carved a niche of as a highly progressive and modern city. It is home to some of the world's best resorts that attract millions of tourists annually.

When we talk about Chiang Mai, the first thing that springs to mind is its culture and heritage. The city is home to more than 300 temples and an extraordinary amalgam of various ethnic communities from all over the world.

Chiang Mai is the city that hosts a big number of Thai festivals and events. It does not matter whether you love adventure, nature, cultural studies, or anything else; there are numerous activities to choose from in Chiang Mai.

The most popular tourist attractions in Chiang Mai are its temples and caves. The city also houses a zoo, heritage villages amongst other natural and architectural marvels.

The weather in Chiang Mai is usually pleasant throughout the year. Summers witness hot weather conditions with storms at some times. Being a mountainous terrain, rainstorms are common here during the rainy season.

The most convenient and easily available mode of getting to Chiang Mai is via the Chiang Mai International Airport. Most of the leading world airlines in the region operate their flights to Chiang Mai on a frequent basis.

Chiang Mai Accommodation
Chiang Mai People and Culture
Chiang Mai Tourist Attractions
Geography of Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Map
Chiang Mai Tourism
Chiang Mai Weather
History of Chiang Mai
ADVERTISEMENTS
ADVERTISEMENTS
© 2008 AsiaRooms.com - All Rights Reserved    |    Last update : Tuesday 8 July 2008
About us | Advertise with us | Contact us | FAQ | Privacy | thawte, Inc
All areas in Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep - Huay Kaew - Mae Rim - Old City - Riverside

Hotels in Chiang Mai: Athitan Villas - Ayatana Hamlet And Spa - Baan Saen Doi Resort and Spa - Ban Sabai Spa Village - Banana Bonbon Resort - Bodhi Serene - Bossotel Inn - Chedi - Chiang Mai Orchid - Chiang Mai Phucome - Chiangmai Ratanakosin - Downtown Inn - Green Lake Resort - Hmong Hilltribe Lodge - Holiday Inn - Huen Come Residence - Jirung Health Resort - Lanna Palace 2004 - Le Meridien Chiang Mai - Lotus Pang Suankaew - Maekok River Village - Manathai Village - Noble Place - Oasis Hotel - Park - Rimping Village - Royal Peninsula Hotel & Serviced Apartment - Royal Princess - Shangri-La Chiang Mai - Suriwongse - Tamarind Village - Taraburi Resort and Spa - Tea Vana - The Nest - Yaang Come Village

More cities in Thailand: Bangkok - Phuket - Koh Samui Island - Pattaya - Krabi - Hua Hin - Koh Chang Island - Khao Lak-lam Ru - Chiang Rai

ASIAROOMS (c) is a registered trademark used under licence by Asiarooms Pte. Ltd.
AsiaRooms is part of TUI Travel PLCTui Travel PLC