- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Odyssey Publications,Hong Kong; 2nd edition edition (25 July 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 9622178057
- ISBN-13: 978-9622178052
- Product Dimensions: 21 x 14 x 2.5 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,886,783 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The information--on history, sights, touring out of town andleisure activities--is concise, well-presented and up-to-date.
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As the capital of the kingdom of Lan Na, Chiang Mai once dominated themountainous area of continental Southeast Asia between Southern Yunnan andNorthern Thailand. During its golden age in the 15th and 16th centuries, the cityplayed a major role in the development of Buddhism in Thailand. However, thekingdom was to disappear in political struggles, and Chiang Mai became abackwater of Siam until the city's heritage and mystique as the gateway to themountainous Golden Triangle helped bring about its revival as the center of cultureand commerce in Northern Thailand. Oliver Hargreave first presents Chiang Maias a historical city of tradition that has evolved into a thriving modern city. Then hetakes the city as a starting point for journeys into the picturesque valley and thesurrounding mountains.Features: Conveys all the charm ofThailand's northern capital Written by a veteran expat Acclaimed and easy-to-usetext whether read atleisure or while on the road Sidebars cover manyaspects of history and culture Lavishly illustrated
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