Travel Map of Chiang Mai Province
Chiang Mai is not only the largest province in Thailand but has the highest mountain as well. Doi Inthanon has magnificent wildlife and nature all around. Even when Chiang Mai city is hot, Doi Inthanon is cool and refreshing.
Chiang Mai serves as a starting point for excursions to mae Hong Son, Pai, Tathon, Mae Tang and a host og other natural experiences.
Population of Chiang Mai Province - about 1.5 million. Chiang Mai City - about 170,000.
A majority of people living in Chiang Mai are locals by birth. They speak a variation of central Thai language.
Hilltribe villages in the mountainous districts are estimated at more than 1,000. Tribes include the Karen, Lahu (Musur), Hmong (Meo), Lisu, Akha, Mien (Yao) and Palonge.