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- Full name: Nopphaburi Si Nakhonping Chiangmai
- Country: Thailand
- Governor: Mr. Wibool Sa-nguanphong
- Currency: Thai Baht
- Language spoken: Thai
- Population: 1,603,220 (December 2004)Chiang Mai Information: Chiang Mai Population
- Country code: 66
- Area code: 53
- Time zone: UTC +7
- Religion: Approximately 85% are Buddhist
- "Chiang Mai" means "New City"
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Chiang Mai is the second-largest city in Thailand, and is considered to be the "cultural and religious center" of the northern part of the country.Frommer's: Introduction to Chiang Mai It is a relatively inexpensive tourist city, also a popular destination for a number of sports and activities.Lonely Planet: Chiang Mai Activities
Attractions
Given Chiang Mai's history, museums like the Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center and the Hilltribe Research Institute Museum offer a glimpse into the city's development from the 13th Century.Chiang Mai's ornate Buddhist temples are also popular attractions. Some of the most notable ones include Wat Phra Singh, Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep and Wat Chedi Luang. When visiting any religious locations, visitors are asked to dress appropriately.Concierge.com: Chiang Mai Temples
For those who seek a rather unique experience, the Maesa Elephant Camp offers rides and various activities involving the animal. The camp is also listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for its elephants' paintings.Maesa Elephant Camp: World Record
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Chiang Mai Flights
- Travel into Chiang Mai only by transfer from their affiliate hubs, or by bus, car or train.
- Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) - Thai Airways International - Thai AirAsia - Bangkok Airways
- Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) - Northwest Airlines - Thai Airways International - Thai AirAsia
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