Chiang Mai, known as Nophaburi
Sri Nakhon Ping or Viang Ping Chiang
Mai (Rose of the North) in ancient chronicles,
was founded as the capital of the Lan Na Thai (Kingdom
of a Million Ricefields) by King Mengrai in 1296 A.D.
The city you see today, which celebrated its 700th anniversary
in 1996, has evolved over many
centuries. It is now the second most important city
in the country after Bangkok and the main city in the
northern region. It is a city of ancient arts and crafts
continuing the proud tradition of Lan Na Thai.
List
of
Chiang Mai
Hotels with online
reservation system
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