More than 200 residents attended a public hearing on proposed traffic improvements along Highway 121 — Chiang Mai’s third ring road — as the Department of Highways outlined plans for an elevated bridge and underpass at the San Khayom junction in San Sai Luang subdistrict, and a roundabout flyover at the Likhit Chewan (Nong Chom) junction in Nong Chom subdistrict, San Sai district. The meeting, led … Continued
Drivers on Highway 121 — the canal road running into the city — have been caught off guard by a sudden lane reduction near the NACC Chiang Mai office in Don Kaew, Mae Rim, where ongoing roadworks have narrowed two lanes down to one. A site inspection found that the central median has been extended into the right lane in a triangular formation, with construction still incomplete. The pinch point si … Continued
With Chiang Mai’s polluted season behind us, the city’s tourism atmosphere has visibly lifted. At Wat Chedi Luang, visitors have been turning out throughout the day to take in the grandeur of the ancient chedi beneath noticeably cleaner skies. The temple is now busy with preparations for this year’s Inthakin Festival — formally known as the Sai Khan Dok Inthakin ceremony — scheduled to run from 13 … Continued
Following a double homicide that sent shockwaves through Chiang Mai, police and social development officials have launched a joint operation targeting homeless encampments across the city’s public spaces. The killings — two homeless men murdered in a single day — were linked to disputes over sleeping spots beneath a bridge over the Ping River and personal conflicts within the homeless community. A … Continued
Chiang Mai is moving ahead with plans for Chiang Mai Pride 2026, bringing together government agencies, private sector partners and civil society groups in a coordinated effort to position the northern city as a leading destination for equality, diversity and inclusive tourism. A preparatory meeting was held on 5th May at Chiang Mai Provincial Hall, chaired by the Vice Governor of Chiang Mai, with … Continued
A viral livestream campaign selling durians at 100 baht apiece — one million fruits offered by popular influencer Pimry Pie — has stirred controversy among small retailers who argue the price, well below the market rate of 120–150 baht per kilogram or upwards of 300 baht per fruit, undermines the trade. Yet the resulting buzz has proved an unexpected boon for durian vendors in Chiang Mai, with sal … Continued
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Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai Secures Triple MICE Standards for 2026–2028 Elevating Thai MICE Excellence to the Global Stage Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai announced its continued success at “MICE Standard Day 2026.” General Manager, Miss Warunee Khummeru, officially accepted three prestigious certifications awarded by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), marking another three-year mil … Continued
Police have arrested a 31-year-old man suspected of a string of murders targeting homeless people sleeping rough under bridges in Chiang Mai, after a press conference held this morning at 11.30am on 1st May by senior Region 5 police commanders. The suspect, Pana Puli, from Mae Yao subdistrict in Chiang Rai, was apprehended while fleeing on foot near Chang Phueak Market, apparently intending to boa … Continued
Officials from Wat Chedi Luang and the municipality gathered at Wat Chedi Luang on yesterday to announce this year’s Inthakin Festival — the annual ceremony of floral offerings to the city pillar — scheduled to run from 13th to 19th May at Wat Chedi Luang. The Inthakin ceremony is rooted in ancient Lanna belief, invoking the city pillar for protection, peace and rain to ensure fertile lands. Held … Continued