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89/8 Chang Klan Road,
Muang, Chiang Mai,
50100, Thailand
T: (66 53) 253 888
F: (66 53) 253 800

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Local Time

1.59am (GMT+7)

Local Weather

High: 35C/95F

Low: 17C/63F

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Facts for the Traveller

At a Glance

At an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea level, Chiang Mai sits on the Mae Ping River basin approximately 700 kilometres from Bangkok, Thailand. Surrounded by high mountain ranges the terrain is mainly comprised of jungles and mountains, which are home to many fascinating hill tribes. Chiang Mai is a fascinating city with a rich 700-year history and is home to more than 300 temples.Plug Type

LanguageThai (English is widely spoken)Population1,650,000Time ZoneGMT + 7 hoursMeasuresMetric SystemVoltage220 voltsMobile PhonesGSM 900/1800

Visas

Visitors from most countries are issued 2- to 4-week entry permits on arrival, upon presentation of a passport and a ticket for a return or onward journey. Entry permits cannot be extended while you are in Thailand. It is advisable to check with a Thai embassy or consulate in your country before departure.

If you are planning a longer stay, apply for either a 60-day tourist visa or 30-day transit visa from Thai embassies and consulates overseas. These can be extended at the Immigration Office in Bangkok for a nominal fee.

Visa Requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kingdom of Thailand

Currency

The national currency of Thailand is the baht.Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.THB 1.00 equals:

.03

US Dollar (USD)

.03

Australian Dollar (AUD)

.20

Chinese Yuan Renminbi (RMB)

.02

Euro (EUR)

.02

British Pound (GBP)

.25

Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)

1.60

Indian Rupee (INR)

2.48

Japanese Yen (JPY)

.04

New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

.04

Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Taxes

A value-added tax (VAT) of 7% is added to all purchase amounts. The VAT is refundable for tourists only at participating shops.

Tipping

A service charge of 10% is usually added automatically to all hotel and restaurant bills in the city. If not, a 10% tip is appropriate for waiters.

Business Hours

Bank Hours8.30-9.30am to 3.30pm, Monday through Friday.Office Hours8-9am to 4-5pm, Monday through Friday.Shop Hours8-9am to 9pm or later throughout the week.
Department stores are open from 10am to 8-9 pm all week.

Public Health

Check with your local clinic about vaccination requirements. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Bottled drinking water is always available in your room, compliments of Shangri-La.

Dress

Light clothing for the summer months and a sweater for the cooler months are sufficient. Suits are appropriate for business occasions. Shorts and T-shirts are frowned upon in government offices. Modest dress is required when visiting temples.

Weather

A tropical city, Chiang Mai enjoys warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The April to June summer temperatures range from 35C to 40C (95F to 104F) while winter temperatures range from 25C to 30C (77F to 86F).

Five-Day Forecast Today Tomorrow Sunday Monday Tuesday
Sunny Abundant sunshine High: 34C Low: 16C High: 93F Low: 61F	Sunny Sunshine High: 35C Low: 17C High: 95F Low: 63F	Mostly Sunny Mostly sunny High: 34C Low: 17C High: 93F Low: 63F	Sunny A full day of sunshine High: 34C Low: 17C High: 93F Low: 63F	Sunny Bright and sunny High: 34C Low: 17C High: 93F Low: 63F