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The Blind Bookworm

Yoshimi Horiuchi is passionate about reading. She is also blind. The fact that as a bibliophile she has never seen an actual letter, never read a sentence on a page of a book and has never been able to write with a pen and paper makes her something quite extraordinary.

The Vast Potential of Halal

“Whereas in the past the Halal economy was solely dedicated and focused on Muslims, today, as seen by the rapid growth of the industry, we can firmly say that it is Halal for all,” said Associate Dr. Winai Dahlan, Founder Director of the Halal Science Center Chulalongkorn University, during a recent visit to Chiang Mai.

Redbox’s Unique Haute Cuisine

After two years in Brunei, both Proud and Chef Dan were sick of their monotonous lifestyle and craved a more western style of living which he was used to in Australia. Every weekend they would fly to new regional locations and explore cities, taste food and become inspired.

Your Say: August 2018

This is an open forum for you to express your opinions.

Education is Coming Home:How Chiang Mai is Taking a Lead in Education Reform

Looking at the domestic picture, it’s commonly agreed upon that the best education in the country is found in Bangkok — where the curriculum is designed — whereas the quality of education appears to lessen in proportionate size to population, becoming worse the smaller the town or village.

We love dogs, eat pigs and wear cows

There are many reasons why one would decide to make a commitment to veganism. Some do so for ethical reasons, believing that animals should not be killed for food while others do so for health reasons.

A Day Beneath the Canopy with Flight of the Gibbon

A short drive out of the city will find you wending your way up a meandering mountainous road overshadowed and squeezed in by the thick luscious green jungle, eventually arriving at Mae Kampong Village.

A Non-Invasive Treatment for Chronic Pain

Whereas acute pain can be felt by anyone at any age and is the body’s natural alert system to warn of possible injury, chronic pain persists and is in itself the disease, not merely the symptom.

A Jungle Unicorn: Monoceros Resort

Paul Eenhoorn sits down at a table in the open air restaurant and orders us a coffee. The sun is softly shining through the layers of green bamboo towering over the entrance and the sounds of birds’ wings flap around us. We are here to experience the one and only Monoceros Resort — a small tree-filled haven in northern Thailand.

Will they…won’t they? Speculating on the proposed 2019 election

The task of following Thai politics, particularly from an outsider’s perspective, can be quite daunting. Historically, Thai politics have been highly unstable, having had 17 different charters and constitutions since becoming a democracy in 1932.

Coffee Camp: Chiang Mai’s Coffee Cultivation

“Our vision is for Chiang Mai to be a coffee destination,” said Surapon Plumjai, the director of Industrial Promotion Center Region 1, explaining his vision of having people from all over the world one day fly to Chiang Mai for our coffee.

A-DENT DENTAL CLINIC

Getting your teeth done is never a fun experience. The drill whirring on your enamel, the weird tasting pink mouthwash, the inevitable drain on your bank account. If you’re anything like the Citylife staff, avoiding the dentist is a number one priority.

7 Extreme Sports in Chiang Mai

Feel like getting your adrenal glands pumping? Well Chiang Mai, while being no Queensland, still has a great range of thrilling activities for you to dive into.

Editorial: August 2018

f you live in Chiang Mai and love this city (with eyes wide open to her many flaws), and have an interest in really getting to know this part of the world and sharing your experiences and knowledge with our thousands of daily readers, then this is the job for you. We want someone who is active, who is social, and who is compassionate and well-read. We are looking for a team member who understands the changing media-scape and who can help drag me out of my old world doldrums and bring our media firmly into the 21st century. We want a go-getter who will spend days talking to someone fascinating whose stories and experiences can be shared far and wide, yet is also able to drum up a quick video clip about their favourite som tum vendor. We are looking for enthusiasm, creativity, internet technology know-how, ability and interest in writing — and of course passion.

Happy Hunting

Lots of cool new places for you all to check out this month from our new favourite chicken joint, a great hotpot, street grills, chocolate bon bons to a socially and environmentally conscientious hotel.

More From Citylife

All hands on deck to rebuild Ban Pang Ung village

Fri 5th Sep

The cleanup of residents’ homes and the entire waterway at Ban Pang Ung in Mae Chaem, after the recent flood and landslide, has made progress. Forty households in disaster-prone areas have requested relocation. The Forest Resource Management Office No. 1, Provincial Office of Natural Resources and Environment Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Irrigation Office, Chiang Mai Department of Public Works and Town … Continued

Tourism declines in Chiang Mai, authorities prepare new campaign

Fri 5th Sep

The number of tourists in Chiang Mai has declined. From April to June 2025, the number of Chinese tourists dropped by over 30 percent, raising serious concerns within the local tourism sector. Phatthanong Na Chiang Mai, Deputy Governor for Asia and South Pacific Marketing at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, stated that approximately 6.7 million tourists visited Chiang Mai in the first six months … Continued

Artistry in bloom at Anantara Chiang Mai Resort

Fri 5th Sep

As one of the Lanna capital’s most beautiful hotels – with tranquil lawns that front the Mae Ping River, Zen courtyards, and a magnificent teak mansion that once served as the British consulate – Anantara Chiang Mai Resort is the perfect stage for artistry. On 6 and 13 September, music scholars and students from Prem International School will serenade guests at The Verandah at 1921 House. Highligh … Continued

Mandarin ducks, coy fish and Pygmy goats now added to the flock

Wed 3rd Sep

Following the success of the geese at the moat and the swans at PAO’s park, the PAO has now added ten pairs of mandarin ducks to the park. The ducks were donated by Pa Miang Sub-district in Doi Saket. Not only that the Zoo Aquarium has now donated 100 coy fish to the same lake as the mandarin ducks, in hopes of pleasing the public even further.  As to the Pygmy goats also added to the park by the … Continued

Pioneering soy bean research by Chiang Mai University picked up by anti-ageing industry  

Wed 3rd Sep

Regional Science Park North, Chiang Mai University held a press conference to announce the licensing of its soy extract tablet and skin cream to Winona International Co., Ltd. The university also signed an MOU with the company to enhance research and development of health innovations for practical use in industry and society. Assoc. Prof. Supanimit Teekachunhatean, M.D., Ph.D., Head of the Clinica … Continued

Rescue helicopters and personnel descend to help Ban Pang Ung flood victims 

Mon 1st Sep

A flash flood and landslide occurred in Ban Pang Ung in Mae Chaem District, resulting in the deaths is currently seven people. Rescue teams continue to search for two missing 5-year-old boys. The search for the remaining two missing used a backhoe from the Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization to excavate the area where the bodies were previously found. The Department of Disaster Preve … Continued

Mother seeks justice after son dies in cow-related road accident

Mon 1st Sep

Kalong Sukjui, a 56-year-old woman, is calling for accountability after her 21-year-old son was killed in a car accident involving a cow. The incident occurred when a cow suddenly ran in front of his motorcycle, causing him to fall and be struck by another vehicle. The accident happened on the Chiang Mai – Hang Dong Outer Ring Road 3, opposite the PTT gas station, at around 7.20 pm on August 26, 2 … Continued

90% of 13,698 votes say yes to the geese staying in the moat 

Mon 1st Sep

After a poll which ran for 48 hours saw 13,698 people from all over Chiang Mai and beyond vote on whether or not to keep the ten geese on the moat, following a week long experiment to house the geese moatside while they spent their days eating the overgrown duckweed, 90% said yes. As the city waited for the results of the poll, the geese have been taken away for a health check, vaccination and mic … Continued

The largest international book fair in Northern Thailand runs from 29th August – 7th September 2025 at Chiang Mai Hall, Central Chiang Mai Airport

Sat 30th Aug

Plan for Kids Co., Ltd., a leading publisher and distributor of children’s books and learning resources for families, together with Big Bad Wolf Books, the renowned international book fair organiser with a track record of hosting events across 34 cities in 13 countries, and Central Chiang Mai Airport, proudly present the “International Book Sale Featuring Big Bad Wolf 2025.” Book lovers across Chi … Continued

Monks pulled across raging river to attend funeral of flood victims in Mae Chaem 

Sat 30th Aug

Residents of Pang Oong Village in Mae Chaem District, released images showing images of a recent landslide, carrying earth and uprooted trees, which surged down into the village without warning. It has now been three days since the devastating flash floods and resulting landslides struck the area, claiming six lives. As of today, rescue teams from multiple agencies, together with local villagers a … Continued

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