A Distinctive Thai Experience: My Date with Chiang Mai

1️⃣ Nimman Road The first must-visit stop is the famous and quaint 'Nimman Road,' the most charming place in Chiang Mai. Not only is it lined with numerous unique shops, but it also boasts a variety of distinctive cafes. If you're tired from walking, why not find a cafe you like and sit down to quietly savor the unique atmosphere of Chiang Mai. Nimman Road is not just one road; it's a main thoroughfare that branches off into several smaller streets, each filled with a variety of creative shops and restaurants. To fully explore all of Nimman Road, I think you would need to spend half a day, and its fresh vibe is particularly suitable for couples or girls to take photos. 📍Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai, Thailand 2️⃣ The Unmissable Temple Culture ⭕️ Wat Buppharam: The design and patterns of the temple are indeed very tasteful. It is a temple that mixes Burmese and Lanna styles and is worth capturing in photos. ⭕️ Wat Phra Singh: The largest temple in the old city and also the most visited by tourists. It is famous for housing the Phra Singh (Lion Buddha). It is the highest-status and largest temple in Chiang Mai, on par with Wat Chedi Luang. ⭕️ Wat Chedi Luang: Located at the southern end of PhraPokklao Road in the old city. It is known for its visually striking large pagoda, established in 1411. Among the six major temples in Chiang Mai, it is the most famous and, along with Wat Phra Singh, is considered the most revered temple in Chiang Mai. The entrance is adorned with snake and peacock decorations, and inside there is a huge Buddha statue. Wat Chedi Luang is the temple I personally find most worth visiting, both for its grandeur and unique architectural design. ⚠️PS: There are many details to pay attention to when entering Thai temples, which I think those who have been to Thailand should know. I would like to emphasize again! 1. Do not wear skirts, especially short skirts, or too revealing clothes; you cannot enter the temple in such attire. If you really want to wear them, you must put on a robe or apron provided by the temple. 2. Be sure to take off your shoes before entering the temple hall! Definitely! Definitely! 3. Be mindful that some temples do not allow wearing too bright clothes. 4. Do not touch Buddha statues or other religious items, do not speak loudly, women should not directly hand things to monks, do not stand taller than monks when taking photos, and do not gesture randomly with your hands! 3️⃣ Tha Phae Gate Tha Phae Gate is not far from Wat Buppharam. After visiting the temple, you might want to stroll over to Tha Phae Gate. Perhaps you'll find yourself playing with the pigeons involuntarily, as the frequent feeding by tourists always attracts a large flock of pigeons here. So, taking photos here is very nice! 📍Tha Phae Road, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand 4️⃣ Sunday Night Market Starting from the Tha Phae Gate Square on the east side of the old city and stretching along Ratchadamnoen Road and nearby side streets, it crosses the central main street of Chiang Mai's old city, all the way to Wat Phra Singh, nearly 1 kilometer. The night market offers a wide variety of souvenirs at affordable prices (bargaining is possible), including local handicrafts, antiques, creative items, and more, as well as a variety of snacks worth trying. At the end of the side street in front of Wat Chedi Luang, there are also free song and dance performances, a wonderful night not to be missed! I believe you will, like me, bring home many treasures! 📍Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand