Mae Sa Elephant Camp, one of Chiang Mai’s longest-established tourist attractions, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with plans to revitalise its facilities, expand community partnerships and embrace a more sustainable approach to elephant tourism. Founded in 1976 by the late Choochart Kalmapijit, Mae Sa Elephant Camp has played an important role in shaping Chiang Mai’s tourism industry for five … Continued
A Chinese tourist walking near her hostel in Chiang Mai’s old city says a delivery rider pulled down his trousers and exposed himself to her, then looped around and did it a second time. CCTV on Phra Pok Klao Road Soi 4/2 in Tambon Phra Sing caught the whole thing. The woman, who is on her first trip to Chiang Mai, told CityNews through a hostel staff member who interpreted for her that it happene … Continued
The mercury on Doi Inthanon fell to 9C this morning, the first single-digit reading of the year, and people turned up to enjoy it. Visitors crowded the summit in Chom Thong district and the Kew Mae Pan viewpoint for sunrise, which is how you know cool season has properly started. It wasn’t just Inthanon. Doi Ang Khang and Doi Pha Hom Pok in Fang both dipped to 17C, which is less dramatic but still … Continued
CHANGAN DEEPAL Charoen Auto Sales Chiang Mai organised the “DEEPAL Experience Test Drive”, inviting participants to experience the performance, technology and driving capabilities of DEEPAL electric vehicles on a scenic journey through Chiang Mai, Mae Taeng and Mae Rim. The event began at the DEEPAL Charoen Auto Sales showroom in Chiang Mai, where participants were introduced to the vehicles’ feat … Continued
Euang Kham Sai Restaurant is introducing a new dining concept, “Lanna Flexitarian – Kin Muan Yoo Yen” (Eat Well, Live Well), bringing together the rich culinary heritage of Northern Thailand and a more balanced, plant-forward approach to eating. Rooted in generations of family recipes and local food traditions, the new menu celebrates the flavours of Lanna cuisine while giving greater prominence t … Continued
The Thai SME Federation, Chiang Mai Chapter, held an inauguration ceremony for its third executive committee, serving from 2026 to 2029, on Friday, 16th October at the main stage of LANNA EXPO 2026, held at the Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre. Under the theme “Transforming Opportunities for Chiang Mai MSMEs to Reach Global Markets,” the federation outlined its vision to s … Continued
Police in Chiang Mai have put a lookout tower on wheels, nicknamed the “sky fortress”, to work at the Freedom 250 American Fair Chiang Mai 2026, held at the Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization Public Park. The idea came from Pol Lt Col Phachara Phayakkha, deputy superintendent for crime prevention at Chang Phueak Police Station, who saw mobile observation towers used for security wor … Continued
The Freedom 250: American Fair officially opened on Friday evening at Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Park, bringing a lively celebration of American culture, music, food and entertainment to the city. The three-day event, running from 16–18 October, is free and open to everyone. Organised by the U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Amer … Continued
Ms. Thanita Kunyosying, President of the Chiang Mai Online Media Association, accompanied by members of the association’s executive committee, paid an official visit to Mr. Thotsapol Phueanudom, Governor of Chiang Mai, to formally introduce the association and its committee members. The visit provided an opportunity for the association to present its vision, mission, objectives and future plans, w … Continued
After many wonderful years of French cuisine, riverside romance and live jazz, Le Crystal Restaurant will close its doors for the final time on 31st October 2026. Before the final au revoir, celebrate the food, music and memories that have made Le Crystal a special part of Chiang Mai’s dining scene. 13th–30th October 2026 Enjoy a five-course set menu at THB 2,000 net per person, including a glass … Continued