One of the most beautiful festivals in Thailand is nearly here! This year’s (2009) Loy Krathong Yi Peng Festivals in Chiang Mai will be kicking off on the 31st Oct 2009, and the Opening Ceremony on the 1st Nov at Tha Pae Gate. Unfortunately, the mass...

Chiang Rai is not exactly a seaside town or an island, but yes, it does have it’s own beach! If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful and non-touristy to while away the afternoon, this is the place to go. Chiang Rai beach is around 10 min drive away...

This pagoda was built in AD 191, and can be found in front of Chiang Dao Caves, Chiang Dao. “Chiang Dao” means “City of Stars”, and is a small country town in Chiang Mai, about 45 minutes drive from Chiang Mai city. It makes a very nice day or...

There are some interesting and delicious desserts to be had when walking the streets and markets of Chiang Mai. “Khao Lam” is a mixture of sticky rice, sugar, coconut cream and sometimes black beans or sesame, placed in bamboo tube and roasted. Can be...

This magnificent temple, about half an hour from Chiang Rai town, is a living work of art. It is the culmination of the dream of renowned Thai artist, Chalermchai Kositpipat,  who wants to take traditional Buddhist art into the contemporary world,...