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Selepas dinner kami ke Night Bazaar Chiang Rai...walau pong gerai disitu tak sebyk n sehebat NB Chiang Mai tapi ada brg yg lebih murah dr NB Chiang Mai. Ada kala brg-brg diNB Chiang Rai tadak di NB Chiang Mai....
...salah satu gerai menjual cenderamata
Night Bazaar di Chiang Rai tak sebesar Chiang Mai...sekali round jer!
Kemudiah kami tengok show...
kat sini penuh pelancungan sambil minum n tengok show.
Shima tengok show sekejap jer!...lebih lama lepak ngan artist (bukan penyanyi tau!) melukis sambil berborak sementara tunggu masa nak balik |
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Originally posted by shimakichi at 4-8-2006 01:23 PM
....kami transit utk 'hong nam'(kenc) di Hotspring(tak ingat ape nama tempat tu). Kami berhenti dlm 30 minit..kat sini ada bazaar. Ada diantara kami beli telur puyuh utk direbus di perigi air panas ...
dari chiang mai ke chiiangrai dan golden triangle tu. jauh ke.. baper lama masa diambil yer...
dan lagi satu...kat night bazaar yg ada restoran muslim tu....siang buka ke...
anusarn market camner.. byk tak barang2 yg menarik compare tu night bazaar. |
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Originally posted by zaza88 at 4-8-2006 06:14 PM
dari chiang mai ke chiiangrai dan golden triangle tu. jauh ke.. baper lama masa diambil yer...
dan lagi satu...kat night bazaar yg ada restoran muslim tu....siang buka ke...
anusarn market c ...
Dr Chiang Mai ke Chiang Rai 3 jam journey. Kalau nak ke Chiang Rai kena bermalam (2 hari 1malam) dah cukup. Chiag Rai ada 3 tempat...Mesai (byk jualan batu-batu permata), Golden Triangle n melawat kawasan penduduk kariang(karen..leher pjg). Restoran muslim d night bazaar tu siang tak pasti la zaza88 becoz waktu siang kami gi tempat lain (lunch sekali). |
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memang teruja la shimakichi mau pegi ini tempat... bagus tul promo |
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Originally posted by TipinTakTipu at 6-8-2006 07:28 PM
memang teruja la shimakichi mau pegi ini tempat... bagus tul promo
elok gi tu tipin... i baru aje balik dari chiangmai ni... best.... |
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siapa pernah ke Chiang Mai dgn menaiki keretapi ??? ;) |
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i akan buat back-packing in December...with few other Thais...start from Bangkok..naik van ke C.Mai/Rai..stay kat sana for 3 nights.... |
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Originally posted by zaza88 at 18-8-2006 03:18 PM
elok gi tu tipin... i baru aje balik dari chiangmai ni... best....
enjoy!...byk shopping!!!: |
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Musim Dingin di Chiangmai
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Dah dua kali ke Chiangmai dan akan pi lagi pada musim sejuk nanti....Saya akan ke Bangkok-Kanchanaburi-Chiangmai-Chiangrai-MaeSai-Tachilek (Myanmar) pada 29 Nov 06 nanti....Pergi dengan bas dua tingkat dari Padang Besar....RM 850 - 9 hari 8 malam.. |
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CHIANG MAI GUESTHOUSE
Sleeps place
There are three forms of information upon arrival at Chiang Mai regarding accommodation. There are TAT officers at the train station, ther ar tourts who will tell you anything and everything to get you into dirty overpriced houtels and there is this book. If you have just come off the train or bus from Bangkok, you may be pretty tired and vulnerable, so be on your guard when bargaining. It is easy to lose your cool when you need sleep and you have a person annoying the hell out of you. Thankfully the hassling seems to have been cleaned up a little, and during our last visit we had to go and find a tuk tuk driver!
Most guesthouses also operate as travel agents, offering their own trekking trips from two to five night. Almost all of them will guarantee you an authentic experience with a hilltribe village taking you to an area just opened to Westerners, often including an elephant ride and rafting. You may often have the opportunity to try opium, although this is not necessarily openly advertised and we suggest you read our section regarding trekking and opium beforehand. Because many of the guesthouses double as a trekking agent, it is often expected in high season that if you stay there you will be expected to go on their trek. If you refuse, or if you do not plan to go on a trek, guesthouse will often kick you out. We heard of one case where a couple who were doing a two week meditation course during high season had to change accommodation every other day beacause the guesthouses kept on throwing them out because they did not want to do a trek. Another problem is when one goes trekking, the valuables left in the 'safe' have been fiddled with. Be careful and listen to other travellers' recommendations. The following accommodation listing is far from exhaustive, but lists the places which generally do not change name every year. There are so many places in Chiang Mai it would be ridiculous to write about them all. Below is the pick of the bunch, but generally shows the main regions where accommodation abounds. The map of Chaing Mai shows a more plentiful list of guesthouse, so if you are trying to find a particular gusthouse that is not listed below, check the map for its location. |
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AROUND THA PHAE GATE
Eagle Guesthouse at Soi 3, 16 Chang Moi Kao Road, Tel. (053) 235-387, under Irish/Thai management, this guesthouse offers a pleasant garden setting and decent food. The staff are fairly friendly (doubly so if you tek ith them). Rooms are basic but could do with a good scrub. Doubles with bath cost Bt100 and the dormitory is Bt40.
Lek Guesthouse is just around the corner from Eagle at 22 Chaiyaphum Rd., Tel. (053) 252-686. Particularly unfriendly staff detract from an otherwise pleasant courtyard atmosphere. The food is tasty but the staff here really leaved a sour taste in your mouth. Fairly dirty rooms cost Bt80/Bt100 for singles/doubles.
Paocome Guesthouse is on the same lane as Eagle. Fairly quiet rooms cost Bt50/Bt80.
Sarah Guesthouse is on the south side of Tha Phae Rd., at 20 Soi 4, Tel. (053) 279-423, the guesthouse has clean and comfortable rooms starting at Bt80. Other nearby and similar priced places are Living House, Mr. John, Baan Jongcome and Nice Place. Another standout is Ratchuda Guesthouse with quiet and clean rooms for Bt80/Bt150.
In the NORTHEAST corner of the inner moat area there is another group of guesthouses. Most come in the Khao San Rd., style with large concrete buildings, but these are often the last to fill up, so worth a peek in high season, but it is a surprisingly quiet area to stay. Soi 9 off Moon Muang Road is your best bet.
SK Guesthouse at 44/1 Soi 9 Moon Muang Rd., Tel. (053) 222-480 and Libra Guesthouse at 28 Soi 9 Moon Muang Rd. Tel. (053) 210-687 all have rooms in the Bt80/ Bt150 range with and without private bath.
The following places are located around the few sois just within the Tha Phae Gate area.
Chiang Moi House at 29 Chiang Moi Kao Rd., Tel. (053) 251-839, has a dorm for Bt50, singles Bt60 and doubles Bt80.
Happy House is just south of Chiang Moi House and you will get similar rooms for Bt150.
So Muang Guesthouse is across the moat and up Soi 2. Motel-like rooms cost Bt150.
Moon Muang Golden Court is north of the intersection with Ratchandamnoen Rd., It has pretty nice and clean rooms for Bt150/ Bt180.
Rendevous Guesthouse is located at 3/1 Soi 5 Ratchadamnoen Rd., Tel. (053) 213-763, to get here follow Ratchadamnoen past the USIS / AUA and the take the marked Soi. Nice quiet rooms cost Bt120 /Bt150.
Kamil House is just a bit further up the Soi, and you will get a room for Bt120 / Bt150. There are a few other places around this area, so the best advice we can offer is to just wander around, as some guesthouses come and go.
In the southeast corner of the inner moat area is another concentration of cheaper places to stay, some with considerable 'character'.
Banana Guesthouse, Phathai Guesthouse at 48/1 Ratpakinai Rd., Tel. (053) 278-013, NAT Guesthouse at 7 Soi 6 Phra Pokklao Rd., Tel. (053) 277-878, and Kent Guesthouse at 5 Soi 1 Ratmanka Rd., Tel. (053) 278--578, all have rooms in the Bt80 /Bt150 range. The best way to find appropriate accommodation is to wander in following the plethora of signs, as quite a few places come an go in this area. These places are not listed because they may not be there when you go looking for them.
YHA members may want to check out the Chiang Mai Youth Hostel at 63 Bamrung Mai Rd., Tel. (053) 272 169, south of the above mentioned places. It was unclear how mandatory a YHA membership was but if you flash it you shoud be given a discount in room rates. The dorm is Bt45 and single / doubles cost Bt90 / Bt130. The staff are friendly and approachable.
EAST of the centre of town around the Ping River there are some decetn places to stay.
C&C Teak House at 39 Bumrungrad Rd., Tel. (053) 246-966, has cheap rooms in a atmospheric teak building for Bt60 / Bt80/ Bt120, and the food is not too bad.
Cowboy Guesthouse is north of the river bars on Charoenrat Rd., Friendly staff will offer you clean rooms in a pretty quiet setting for Bt80 with bath.
Mee Guesthouse is along the same road at 193/1 Charoenrat Rd., Tel. (053) 242-534, and has basic rooms for Bt80 /Bt100.
Je T'aime Guesthouse is further north of Cowboy at 247-9 Charoenrat Rd., Tel. (053) 241-912 it is located in a nice setting and has clean and large rooms, but is run by one of the grumpiest women to walk the streets of Chiang Mai. Rates are Bt70 /Bt100 Bt140. |
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AROUND CHIANG MAI
THA TON
Thip's Traveller House If you are arriving from Chiang Mai, this large guesthouse is on your left, just before the bridge over the Kok River. Rooms cost between Bt80 and Bt100.
Chankasem Restaurant and Guesthouse is down the lane opposite Thip's. Room rates range from Bt70 to Bt350. The cheapest rooms are small and characterless. The restaurant serves average food.
Apple Guesthouse is 100 m down the road on your right as you arrive from Chiang Rai (look for the sign). Large, clean, quiet and spacious bungalows with fan are Bt150 and concrete rooms in a longhouse style are Bt120 with fan and shower. There is also a restaurant here.
FANG
Fang Hotel is on the main road en-route to Tha Ton. Friendly staff will offer you clean rooms for Bt80 to Bt120.
Wiang Kaew Hotel offers clean rooms with bathroom for Bt100. To get there, turn right from Fang Hotel (facing the road) and take the first right. Follow the soi through and take the right bend, the hotel is about 50 m up the road past an intersection on your right. |
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CHIANG MAI PROVINCE
Definitely the most popular tourist destination in the north of Thailand, Chiang Mai makes and interesting entry point to the north, although those seeking a less tourist feel may feel themselves being drawn further afield. The provincial capital, Chiang Mai, is particularly popular with middle aged European visitors, and you will notice the affect this has had on the tourist services available here. The city possesses enough attractions to keep most people busy for at least a few days, and the rest of the province is quite beautiful. The one pastime which is probably better done in areas other than Chiang Mai is the trekking. The trekking industry here has overtrekked the surrounds, and you will find better value for money elsewhere in the north.
Visitors planning to see Chiang Mai in depth should avail themselves to Welcome to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai magazine which has great information not only on the sights but also serves to keep you abreast of what is happening once the sun goes down. A great way to explore the province is by motorcycle which can be hired at reasonable rates throughout the city. Pop motorcycle hire on Moon Muang Road is pretty reliable. |
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Things to do and Sights to See
WAT CHIANG MAN
Located in the northeast corner of the old city (within the moat) this is the oldest wat in Chiang Mai. Built in 1296, by King Mangrai, Wat Chiang Man originally served as his home but is now inhabited solely by monks. The bot features classic Thai architecture with huge ornately decorated teak columns holding the roof up. Although the bot contains an impressive Buddha image, the true 'prizes' of this wat are contained within the smaller wihaan to the right. Two impressive Buddhas are stored behind glass in the centre of this wihaan. The larger of the two, Phra Sila (or stone Buddha) is a stone bas-relief which was imported from either India or Sri Lanka around 2,500 years ago! Its smaller counterpart, Phra Sae Tang Kamani (or crystal Buddha) stands to a height of only around 10 com and is thought to have originally come from Lopburi around 1,800 years ago.
The Crystal Buddha has a very interesting history and, like many of the highly revered statues in the country, it has done more than its fair share of travelling. The story goes that there was a hermit named Phra Su-Tae-Wa who lived around 700 years after Buddha passed on. He was a disciple of Buddha's teachings and during a vivid dream, he met a god who told him that the King of Lawoh was busy building a Buddha image and that it needed to contain some relics of the Buddha. The hermit then ran off and organized to meet with the King where he successfully convinced the King to do just that. Once the statue was completed, it was believed that whoever conquered the town which possessed it could take it, as the losers did not deserve to retain it. |
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WAT PHRA SINGH
Begun under the supervision of King Pha Vu in 1345, this large wat houses the highly revered yet controversial Phra Singh Buddha. Experts are not agreed as to whether this is the 'true' image, and identical statues can be found elsewhere in Thailand. Nevertheless, it is a very impressive statue, and the epicenter of the Songkram festival in mid-April. The large bot is particularly serene when not full of tour groups.
Located at the end of Phra Singh Road in the western centre of the old city, this is one place where one should keep an eye out for unscrupulous gem men.
WAT CHEDI LUANG
Located in the centre of town on Phra Pokklao Road, this wat contains the ruins of what at one time must have been a huge chedi. Partially collapsed (due to either earthquake or cannon fire) the chedi was at one stage Chiang Mai's largest, and a definite impression of size can still be gained from seeing it today. Unfortunately, in attempting to restore the original structure the new naga gates, in particular, look crass and overly modern. The plan is for complete restoration of the site - hopefully they will do a better job on the rest. The Lak Muang (city guardian pillar) is also located within the wat's grounds.
WAT KU TAO
The chedi was built in 1613 and is unique in style, but has the more traditional coloured porcelain decoration all over it. The chedi is supposed to represent the alms bowls of the Loard Buddha. It is located a bit out of Town near the sports stadium.
WAT CHET YOT
This wat was supposedly based on the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, India, although those who have seen the 'original' may be a little nonplussed by some of the interpretations. The copy in Ubon Ratchathani is a finer copy. Each of the seven spires represent one of the seven weeks which Buddha spent in enlightenment in Bodhgaya. Constructed during the rule of King Tilokaraja in 1455, the wat hosted the 8th World Buddhist Counical meeting in 1477 to revise the scriptures of Theravada Buddhism. Best reached by transport other than foot, a national museum on the highway by pass road. |
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WAT SUAN DAWK
Constructed by King Ku Nu in 1383, the bot in this compound contains a huge 500 year old bronze Buddha image which is surrounded by well preserved murals depicting Buddha's life. A variety of Buddhist amulets are sold within the grounds, around the wihaan (which was built in 1932). The whole complex was originally built as a garden for the Lan-Na Royal Family whilst now it serves as their (and others') graveyard. The wat is on the west side of Suthep Road around 1 km north of the Swan Dawk Gate.
CHIANG MAI NATIONAL MUSEUM
Chiang Mai National Museum contains a good selection of the Buddha usual as well as an extensive northern arts and crafts collection. Amongst the Buddha paraphernalia is a huge 15th Century Buddha head. The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to noon and 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., admission is Bt10. It is located out of town on the 'superhighway'.
TRIBAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Located at the Chiang Mai University campus, this museum provides very detailed information on each of the hilltribe groups including traditional clothing and handicrafts as well as more factual information like farming cycle charts and festivals. It could be considered a 'must see' for anyone contemplating a hilltribe trek. If you want more information, you can access its library which contains books covering every aspect of hilltribe life. It is also possible to view films and slide shows. The institute is open on Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4.30 p.m.
CHIANG MAI ZOO
More of a place for a quite stroll rather than a zoological lesson (most signs are in Thai only) The zoo has many pretty gardens and a notable collection of gibbons. Admission is Bt20 Chiang Mai Arboretum is nearby. |
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NIGHT BAZAAR
The main section of the night bazaar is in an enclosed building with many well established shops, however over the years it has spilled out onto the surrounding streets. Most of the streets around this area are overcrowded but this is one of the best (and largest) bargain shopping areas in town. Everything from T-shirts for Bt60 to ornate wood carryings for US$ 15,000 is for sales here. The night market can be a good place for silver and hilltribe ware but, when shopping, be wary of rip-off and be sure to give anything you buy a good look over as substandard goods are not uncommon. Bargain hard as the initial price may well be a mark-up of 300% plus and be prepared to walk away. If you are sick of shopping , sit back on the McDonalds terrace and watch the circus unfold.
If you are looking for antique silks and quality weaving and embroidery try the boutiques and small shops along Ratmankha (southeast end) and Loi Kroa Roads (near Sarah Guesthouses). You may pay the little more, but are guaranteed to find very knowledgeable shop owners. The markets are open until around 11.00 p.m.
CHIANG MAI PRISON
Hardly a tourist attraction in itself, this grim walled-in building serves as a reminder for those contemplating a bit of dope off a tuk tuk driver. Many drugs are illegal in Thailand and the Westerners within these walls bear testament to that fact. The prison is near the centre of old Chiang Mai, off Ratwithi Road. You may like to visit prisoners from your country giving them some company and a break from this grueling life for a short time. They would greatly appreciate any gifts such as cigarettes and books. The tuk tuk drivers in Chiang Mai are notorious for selling dope to foreigners then daubing them into the police - smokers exercise caution. |
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WALKING TOUR OF CHIANG MAI
One of the best ways to explore Chiang Mai is by foot and below is one suggestion of a route that you could take to see many of the sights within a kilometer circle of the Tha Phae Gate. Beginning at the Tha Phae Gate, cross into the old city through the Tha Phae Gate and get some yummy breakfast at JJ's Bakery. Once energized, head down Ratchadamnoen Road, passing Wat Sam Pao on your right. Go to the intersection with Phra pokklao Road and to your left on the other side of Phra Pokklao Road is the massive Wat Chedi Luang. After checking out the crumbling wat, head north up Phra Pokklao Road, past the monument to King Mangrai on your left and Wat Duang Di on your right and take a left down Inthawarorot Road to the impressive Wat Phra Singh. Across the road from the wat is a Thai restaurant which does great and spicy som tam. After a spicy lunch, head north up Singharat Road to just past the intersection with Wiang Kaeo Road. Around here there are some excellent wood craving shops you may be interested in. Continue north to Si Phum Road and turn right taking you to the Chang Puak Gate. From the other side of the moat here, you can get a songtheaw up to Doi Suthep if you feel like it. If not, continue east along Si Phum Road (taking in Wat Chiang Yuan on the other side of the moat) and turn right down Ratchaphanikai Road - Wat Chiang Man is on your right. After spotting the Phra Sila continue south to Ratwithi Road and take a left, this will take you back to Moon Muang Road. Cross to the other side of the moat and return to the Tha phae Gate and take a left up Tha Phae Road. Along here you can visit Wat Maharam and Wat Bupparam on your right and Wat Chettawan on your left.
From here you can either continue east and head down Chang Klan Road to the night bazaar, or continue straight ahead and take a left up Wichayanon Road where there is a great fresh produce market (talard lam yai). Once on Chang Moi Road, take a right to the river, cross the footbridge to Wat Kate, then head right down Charoen Rat Road and the Riverside Bar and Restaurant is on your right - no better place to finish up a long day of walking than here.
DAY TRIPS FROM CHIANG MAI
The immediate surrounds of Chiang Mai contain enough points of interest to keep most busy for their entire stay in Chiang Mai. Convenient and interesting day trips can be done to the following destinations, either on an organized jaunt, or under your own steam.
BAW SANG AND SAN KAMPHAENG
These are the umbrella and silk/ cotton cottage industries which are within 10 km of Chiang Mai. They are easily visited by either tuk tuk or local bus but be sure to shop around as the price and quality varies immensely.
LAMPHUN
The poor accommodation here makes it more attractive as a half day trip. Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and the National Museum are both worth seeing, and the trip from Chiang Mai is very scenic.
DOI SUTHEP/DOI SUTHEP NATIONAL PARK
Easily done in half a day, this is a must see for any visitor to Chiang Mai.
DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK
If travelling by public transport this is a long day, but under your own steam it can be easily done in a day. There are also scenic waterfalls in the same area. |
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