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In the mystical north-west of Thailand, the visually striking city of Chiang Mai has all of the cultural advantages of Bangkok without the disadvantages of traffic jams and air pollution. With over 300 temples to explore, a number of elephant sanctuaries to visit, awe-inspiring scenery and mouth-watering cuisine on every corner of every street, this city is an extremely popular choice for touri
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Getting Around
Songthaews, which are generally converted pickup trucks with two benches in the back, are a common mode of transport for locals in Chiang Mai, but possibly not for the faint-hearted tourist! Other means of transport include motorbikes and bicycles as well as tuk-tuks and taxis – the latter being the easiest and most cost-effective way of navigating the city.
The Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Acting as a retirement home for elephants, many of whom have worked in the logging or tourist industry, this ethical sanctuary allows the careful interaction between visitors and these magnificent creatures. You won’t find any elephants kicking footballs here and elephant back rides are not permitted either. The sanctuary does a great job of promoting responsible tourism by allowing tourists to get up close and personal without exploiting the animals and interfering too much with their natural behaviours.
The Night Market
Extending along the The Chang Khlan and open every night of the year, come rain or shine, is the impressive and famous Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. On offer is a huge variety of Thai goods as well as designer goods (both fake and licensed… look carefully for spelling mistakes!), at very low prices. If you’re after a few souvenirs here is the place to get them but remember to barter in order to get the best prices!
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