Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a city in mountainous northern Thailand. Founded in 1296, it was capital of the independent Lanna Kingdom until 1558. Its Old City area still retains vestiges of walls and moats from its history as a cultural and religious center. It’s also home to hundreds of elaborate Buddhist temples, including 14th-century Wat Phra Singh and 15th-century Wat Chedi Luang, adorned with carved serpents.

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Country Sri Lanka
Languages Spoken Sinhala, Tamil
Currency Used Sri Lankan rupee (LKR)
Ares (km2) 65,610 km2
Capital Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Time zone UTC +5:30