Cheap Holidays to Chiang Mai – The Charming Northern Thailand Capital

The North of Thailand offers an authentic travel experience with off-the-beaten-path attractions and breath-taking countryside. Chiang Mai is the heart of this region and an enchanting city with a slow pace of life, charming local villages, hill tribes, markets, and elephant sanctuaries. Chiang Mai is surrounded by mountains and verdant landscapes, so the scenery is a reason to visit alone! Brightsun Travel offers great value Chiang Mai holidays, taking you to the heart of authentic Thailand.

Chiang Mai is famous for its glistening temples which are significant to the city’s culture and Buddhist heritage. Wat Chiang Man is the oldest existing temple here, located in the Old City with golden Buddhist stupas, meditation halls, and serene garden surrounds. Another impressive Chiang Mai temple is Wat Lok Moli, located outside of the city walls with a towering chedi believed to contain the ashes of ancient rulers.

Look forward to some exciting shopping experiences in Chiang Mai; the city’s traditional markets are well worth browsing. The Chiang Mai Gate market is one to note, considered to serve up the city’s best street snacks, including mango sticky rice. Then there’s the Sunday Walking Street which perfectly portrays the Northern Thailand charm with plenty of local stalls selling handmade items, plus live cultural performances.