Chiangmai, Northern Thailand Situated a breezy 316-metres up the hills and 700-kilometres from the stifling heat of Bangkok lies Thailand’s cultural jewel, Chiangmai. While considered a city, its ambient feel is that of a lovely old town of compact neighbourhoods, small alleyways, a constellation of charming Wats (temples), a colourful streetlife, a fun night scene, and energetic night bazaars. Temple at the Heart of Chiangmai’s Old Town Chiangmai is reminiscent of charming old sections of European towns but with a distinctive Thai-style. This is the beating heart of the real Thailand. Except for the dreadlocked blond and...