When someone talks about Thailand, the first thing you probably think of is Bangkok, the country’s capital. But in the far north of the country is Chiang Rai, which is one of the most culturally rich cities in that area. This city is different from the other cities in Thailand in a lot of ways, and maybe that’s because each difference has a beautiful story behind it. One of them could be the city’s relative isolation, which has given it a unique culture, architecture, landmarks, etc., that stands out.

Wat Rong Khun is a unique Buddhist temple that opened to the public in 1997. It is also known as the White Temple. The famous Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat owned, designed, and built Wat Rong Khun. It is the best way to honor the teachings of Buddhism. The temple is made of white stone with thousands of tiny pieces of mirrored glass embedded in it. This makes the building look like it sparkles in the sun. The whole temple complex is still being built, and Kositpipat keeps adding to his amazing work, which is covered with hundreds of statues and figurines. Wat Rong Khun is a must-see on any trip to the northern provinces. It is about 25 kilometers (16 miles) south of Chiang Mai.

If you like to find unusual things to add to your collection, this is the place to go.

The night market takes place every night in the middle of the city. It brings together the salespeople from all over town. They have their own food stands, and they usually make less spicy food for tourists. You can also order different kinds of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, and some of the stands even play music. You could say that this is a sort of mini festival.

People from Thailand’s hill tribes who live near Chiang Rai are the real deal. They make beautiful and unique handicrafts, which they bring to the market to sell. They are easy to spot because they usually sit on a blanket with their goods in front of them. They will be happy and proud to show you everything they have to offer, but only if you are interested. Products are very cheap, and you can be sure that you’ll be happy with the quality.

After you’ve looked at the work of many talented handcrafters for a long time and the market has closed, you can go to nearby bars, theaters, cinemas, etc.

The Campuhan Ridge is our favorite place to walk in Ubud because it is one of the few places where you can get away from the traffic.

There are a few hills, but the walk is easy, and the views of rice fields and a valley below are beautiful. There isn’t much shade, so it’s best to go early in the morning or near the end of the day.

From the school parking lot to Karsa Kafe, which was a great place to take a break, and back took us 45 minutes and 3.5km (2.2 miles).

You can’t park at the school anymore, so give yourself an extra 10 minutes or 1 km each way to walk from the Ubud Art Market to the start of the trail.

If you’d rather have a guide show you around, this walking tour of Ubud takes you to places like Camphuan Ridge, the Monkey Forest, and the Art Market.

Shopping should come to mind when you ask what to do in Ubud. Since Ubud’s tourism has grown so quickly, there are a lot of shops to choose from. Since so many local artists have started their own businesses, the art scene has grown a lot. Each shop is different, so you’ll want to walk around and check out each one.

Each shop has its own special items that you won’t find anywhere else. Sculptures, wood carvings, pottery, jewelry, and other creative items make up a lot of these works of art. The Ubud indoor market has a lot of cheap souvenirs. Also, when you shop, try to talk down the prices so you don’t end up paying 2 or 3 times as much.

A flat path through rice fields leads to the farm and restaurant at Sari Organik, which is another nice place to walk.

Although Sari Organik is no longer open, there are many alternative cafes from which to choose and have a meal or drink while taking in the scenery. Try Cafe Pomegranate, Joglo Organik, or Dragonfly Cafe.

Just off this path is the Ubud Yoga House, which is one of my favorite yoga studios in Ubud.

The alternate trail across the rice fields may be reached by beginning at the other end of Jalan Kajeng (search for Kajeng Rice Field on Google Maps).

The bad thing is that people drive motorbikes on these narrow paths.

The Golden Triangle is an area of about 195,000 square kilometers in Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos. It was once the most important place in the world for making opium. The Golden Triangle is one of the most popular places for tourists to visit in all of Thailand. It is known for its beautiful scenery and natural beauty. In this area, the powerful Ruak and Mekong Rivers meet. The riverbanks are lined with golden statues of Buddha, shrines to the royal family, and huge sculptures. The Hall of Opium, one of the best-run and most interesting museums in the country, may be the best thing about the Golden Triangle. In the Hall of Opium, you can learn about the history of opium around the world, how it is made, and even see a small opium plantation.