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Sticky Waterfalls
There are plenty of waterfalls around Chiang Mai. Sometimes they’re a bit boring because of the dry season, and sometimes too intense during the rainy season. What makes the Sticky Waterfalls ...
Yoga & Meditation
Spending a few days meditating at a retreat center — it's one of the reasons people come to Chiang Mai. All meditation centers are located a bit outside of Chiang Mai, usually surrounded by nature and often connected to a monastery. Here are a few recommendations:
Wat Sopharam – About 35 km southwest of Chiang Mai
Wat Chom Tong – Just outside Chiang Mai
Wat Pa Tam Wua – Located beyond Pai
Pa Pae Meditation Retreat – Halfway between Pai and Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is also a popular destination for yoga. You can even join daily sessions in 'the park'.
There’s a Facebook group where you can find the weekly schedule — usually one or two early morning sessions, ranging from Tai Chi to Hatha Yoga. Cost: just a small donation for the instructor. As long as supplies last, you can also rent a mat for a few baht.
“The park” refers to Buak Hard Park, located in the southwest corner of the Old City square.
Of course, there are also several great yoga studios in Chiang Mai — likely a bit calmer than the popular sessions in the park. A few suggestions:
