Chiang Mai National Museum

Worth a stop

What we say:

Chiang Mai's medium-sized provincial museum sees only a trickle of visitors, but it provides an easily followed and succinct look into the area's long and fascinating history.

Displays are divided into several sections that include prehistoric background, history of the Lanna kingdom, Lanna art, history of Lanna becoming part of Siam, and Chiang Mai today. Among the religious paraphernalia is a huge 15th century Buddha head.

Some interesting dioramas highlight important historical battles with the Burmese and when Lanna overtook Haripunchai of the Dvaravati civilisation.

No shortage of comprehensible English explanations ensure you won't miss out on learning all the details.

The museum is located on the 'super-highway' close to Wat Jet Yot and makes for a worthy stop on the way up to Doi Suthep.

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Super highway
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 09:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
How to get there: The museum is located beside Wat Chet Yot on the super highway.

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