Wat Chaimongkol is one of the oldest community monasteries in chiangmai. It was founded around 600 years ago, as the power and influence of the Lanna kingdom was emerging at the time of strong King Tilokkaraj.

• What makes this temple distinct from many other temples is that its architectural makeup bears traces of ancient Lanna existing in harmony with Lanna's enemies, Laos and Myanmar.
• If you want to set the animals free, Chiang Mai has a place to do this ritual at Wat Chaimongkol. As the temple is one the bank of Ping River where people can release the fish.
• In case you are not fancy with this activity, the temple has multi-cultural architecture to inspect — Thai and Chinese for example.
• Don't be shy if you want to ask something about the temple, one of their monks can speak English and they happy to share their knowledge with you.

Mae Ping River Cruises offers daytime cruises in roofed long-tail boats. A cruise on the Ping River is a very pleasant way to while away a couple of hours.

• This is a nice, inexpensive trip down the river with the guide pointing out places of interest, then ending up at an herbal farm place with delicious fruit and juice drink.
• Although the scenery is beautiful there isn't anything interesting going on but it is relaxing.
• The boat is very comfortable having tables between two padded bench seat in each booth. The boat also has a good canopy which keeps you well out of the sun.
• Additional food can also be purchased if required.

Old Chiangmai is your one-stop Thai Lanna cultural experience conveniently set in impressive grounds and all on site. What's more it is perfectly situated just outside the walls of the Old City of Chiang Mai and within easy reach of all the major hotels and guesthouses.

• The Khantoke Dinner is customary of northern Thai style, and food is served family-style on large platters at low tables while relax on floor mats.
• While you savor typical Thai dishes performers from across northern Thailand will entertain with songs, dances and music from the region.
• Be sure to book in advance and sit on the floor - closer to show and more Real experience.
• There are a few market stands set up for you to shop both before and after the dinner/show.