Snapshot of Chiang Mai

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In recent years, the population of Chiang Mai has grown very quickly, and the city is now one of Thailand's largest, with a population of more than 1,500,000. Growth has brought with it concerns about air pollution and rush-hour traffic, though these are not nearly as bad as in Bangkok. Other problems have occurred as a result of the influx of tourists. These include deforestation and the displacement...

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Chiang Mai Neighborhoods

Night Bazaar

Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar area sprawls along Chang Klan Road. It's an extremely popular area with both tourists and locals. The buffet of options when it comes to street food stalls is amazing. It... more neighborhoods

History

Chiang Mai is both a city and a province. Blessed with rich natural beauty, almost 70 percent is covered by mountains and forests. The population of more than 1.5 million makes Chiang Mai one of Thailand's...

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