Old-fashioned Thai-style hospitality in a thriving metropolis.

Chiang Mai has a striking mountain backdrop, over 300 temples and a quaint historical aura. It's also a modern, friendly, internationally-flavoured city with much to offer the visitor - food, accommodation and shopping are all top quality and cheap, and the nights are relatively cool.

Thailand's second-largest city and the gateway to the country's north was founded in 1296. You can still see the moat that encircled the original city. Doi Suthep, topped by one of Thailand's holiest wats, rises behind the city, providing a dramatic backdrop and fine views of the city.

When to go

Unless you don't mind almost daily torrential rain, the best time to visit Chiang Mai is between October and April, with the other months a virtual monsoonal washout. Festivals occur throughout the year, with the bulk of them between late December and April. These provide a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the colour and spectacle of traditional Thai culture. Chiang Mai is a particularly fun and refreshing spot to experience the wetness of the Songkhran festival.

Fast Facts

• Population : 170,000
• Time Zones : GMT/UTC +7 
• Currency : Baht
• Languages Spoken : Thai
• Country Dialing Code : +66

Thai Airways Flight Schedule as follows (Ex-Delhi) :-