Chiang Mai

• Nakhon Ping is in the north part of Chiang Mai, occupying some of the Old town area.
• Srivijaya is on the west and is the most famous because of the Old town that is included in its territory.
• Mengrai covers the south regions of the city.
• Kavila is the only ward that is situated on the east side of Ping River and the heart of the contemporary expansion of the city. The ward also houses the famous night bazaar.

• The Walled City is the historical centre of Chiang Mai where remains of the ancient city wall can still be found. The area includes around 30 temples of various styles that date back to the foundation of the principality. More info on the admission fee and how to get there: http://thailandforvisitors.com/central/bangkok/ratanakosin/prakeo/green/index.html
• Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Buddhist temple built in 1383 during the Lanna Thai period. This temple is the most important religious destination in Chiang Mai and the locals say that if you don't receive a blessing from the holy monk there, your trip to the city would be pointless. A legend says that the place where the temple is situated, some 1600 meters above the city, was chosen by the king's white elephant that found the area to be an ideal spot for its rest. More info on the admission fee and how to get there: http://www3.oag.com/Cities/Detail?cat=1&city=185&item=160281
• Chiang Mai Zoo is just at the foot of Doi Suthep and is the natural habitat of around seven thousand animals. The zoo has become particularly famous after the arrival of two giant Pandas from China. These unique animals are the main attraction of the park along with African animals that live there.
• Wat Phra Singh is the most famous temple in the core of Chiang Mai that was built in 1345 by King Pha Yu who dedicated it to serve as a preservation spot of his father's remains. It is a beautiful temple, its interior and exterior being tastefully decorated. It is also an appropriate place where one can start a conversation with the monks who are more than happy to answer question and so practice their English. More info on the admission fee and how to get there: http://www.bangkoksite.com/NationalMuseum/index.htm
• The Night Bazaar is one of the main tourist attractions in Chiang Mai that lures visitors with its large collection of various goods from Northern Thailand and the neighbouring countries. Besides the street vendors, there is a three-storey shopping building where one can buy almost anything at reasonable prices if they have mastered the skill of bargaining. More info on the admission fee and how to get there: http://www.bangkok-city.com/vimanmek.htm
• Wat Chiang Man is the oldest temple in Chiang Mai that was built a little before the foundation of the new Chiang Mai city in 1296. King Mengrai was accommodated inside the temple until the construction of the city was finished. The temple houses two Buddha statues, one of them - marble and the other - crystal, as well as another smaller crystal one that is believed to have the power to bring rain. More info on the admission fee and how to get there: http://www.thailandguidebook.com/watbencha.html

• Chiang Mai International Airport is only 3 km from the city centre and 10 up to 15 minutes drive by car. The easiest way to get to your hotel is by a legal taxi that charges 140 baht to almost any destinations within the city. The metred taxis are a little less as much, 100 baht. Another cheaper option is to take bus number 4 from for 15 baht per person or a tuk-tuk or songthaew for 50-60 baht. Most hotels, however, offer a free of charge transport services from and to the airport. More info at: http://www.chiangmaiairportonline.com/node/1

• Public buses are a very convenient way of transport, especially after new white air-conditioned buses were introduced to the city's transportation system. Currently, there are five bus routes. Fares: 15 baht.
• Taxis are metred. The minimum charge for the first 3 km is Bt35, and around Bt5 for each km thereafter. On expressways, it is the passenger who pays the tolls.
• Songthaew (also rod daeng) is a traditional means of transport in Chiang Mai as well as throughout Thailand. These are usually red pick-up trucks that travel on fixed destinations. Stop them by waving to the driver and make sure he is going toward your direction; if not, get off and wait the next one. Fares: 15 baht for regular destinations.
• Tuk-Tuks are three-wheeled vehicles that serve as taxis in Chiang Mai. Remember to bargain about the prices if they exceed 30 baht. There are several samlors (three-wheeled bicycles) that also take passengers for the same amount of money.
• Metred taxis are also available in Chiang Mai. Prices begin from 30 baht for the first 2 kilometres and additional 4 baht for every succeeding kilometre.
• Motorcycles can be rented without a valid international permit. You can choose from many different brands and styles and prices begin at 200 up to 800 baht per day, depending on the type of bike you choose to rent.

• Chiang Mai Mail , A Daily Newspaper in English: http://www.chiangmai-mail.com/
• Interesting Places in Chiang Mai: http://www.chiangmaieguide.com/attraction.htm
• Useful Tips: http://wikitravel.org/en/Chiang_Mai
• Chiang Mai Municipality: http://www.cmcity.go.th/english/history.php

• Chiang Mai University: http://www.cmu.ac.th/main_Eng.htm
• Payap University: http://www.payap.ac.th/english/
• Maejo University: http://www.mju.ac.th/about/mju-about-2004/INDEX.html