The Association of Northern Tourism Federation- Chiang Mai, supported by Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization successfully launched a strategic roadshow in Seoul to strengthen Tourism ties between Thailand and South Korea. Led by Mrs. Wityalak Samchai, Vice President of Chiang Mai PAO, the delegation featured 35 key operators—including Hotels, Travel Agencies, and Local Communities—en … Continued
Chiang Mai has taken a big step towards its smart city ambitions, with multiple agencies joining forces to drive the Smart Nimman project — a wide-ranging infrastructure overhaul of the Nimmanhaemin Road area. On the 14th of May, Chiang Mai Municipality Mayor Asanee Buranupakorn delegated Deputy Mayor Wisakha Panyachuay to represent the city at a public consultation meeting held at Chiang Mai Un … Continued
Chiang Mai has issued its first urgent weather warning of the season, alerting all 25 districts to prepare for heavy to very heavy rainfall between the 14th and 18th of May 2026, with risks of flash floods, forest runoff and waterlogging across the province. The warning comes as the Thai Meteorological Department officially declared the start of the rainy season on the 15th of May — noting that th … Continued
The 2026 Inthakin City Pillar Festival got underway yesterday afternoon (13th May) with a procession of Phra Chao Fon Saen Ha, Lanna Buddha image housed at Wat Chang Taem and brought out just twice a year — during Songkran and Inthakin. Believed to summon seasonal rains to benefit farmers, the image was carried through the city’s streets on a ceremonial float, accompanied by horses, ancient warrio … Continued
Two clinics operating under a shared philosophy have set up in Chiang Mai, combining aesthetic treatments with Thai traditional medicine to offer what they describe as a more integrated approach to health and beauty. GoVeraClinic handles the aesthetic side, offering skincare, facial contouring and wellness treatments under medical supervision. Consultations are carried out by licensed doctors, wit … Continued
Yesterday evening (12th May), staff from the Chiang Mai Ruam Katanyu Foundation Volunteer Coordination Centre rushed to the rescue of Bai Boon, a beloved buffalo, after she fell into a concrete drainage canal approximately two metres deep in Pa Daet subdistrict, and was unable to climb out unaided. After working at the rescue for some time, staff and volunteers successfully lifted Bai Boon from th … Continued
Heavy rainfall in the hills above Mae Chaem sent floodwater surging across the concrete bridge at Ban Kong Kan, Mae Suek subdistrict, Chiang Mai yesterday afternoon, between 4pm and 5pm. The bridge sits relatively low over the stream, meaning that when large volumes of water converge rapidly, it can appear to be submerged — though officials were quick to clarify that water levels remained shallow … Continued
Chiang Mai is leaning further into its creative future with the launch of “THE KING OF CHIANG MAI E-SPORTS 2026,” a major esports event positioning the city as both a digital content hub and a destination for next-generation tourism. The opening ceremony took place on Saturday 9 May 2026 at Chiang Mai Hall, Central Chiang Mai Airport, presided over by Chiang Mai Vice Governor Boonlue Thammathoranu … Continued
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Chiang Mai Office invites Buddhists and visitors to take part in the Sai Khan Dok Inthakin Worship Festival, one of Lanna’s most sacred annual traditions, held at Wat Chedi Luang. The ceremony honours the Inthakin, Chiang Mai’s city pillar, long venerated as the spiritual heart of the city and a symbol of stability, prosperity and wellbeing. Known locally by … Continued
Despite months of crackdowns, the illegal pigeon feed trade at Tha Pae Gate refuses to die. Municipal enforcement officers made two more arrests on 11th May, catching the pair red-handed selling bird feed and luring pigeons for tourist photo opportunities. The most recent problem has persisted since Chiang Mai city municipality, police and related agencies launched coordinated patrols and arrests … Continued