Chiang Mai is a popular city in mountainous northern Thailand. Whilst it is a major growing city, it has managed to retain a relaxed ambiance reminiscent of it’s early tourism days as a popular back-backing destination. Founded in 1296, it was capital of the independent Lanna Kingdom until 1558. Its Old City area still retains vestiges of walls and moats from its history as a cultural and religious center. #chiangmai #chiangmaitravel #thailandtourism Post navigation Cooking Thai Food with Bo Lan | Stir Fried Prawns with Krachai Pattaya’s truly amazing Penthouse!