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Chiang Mai (Thai เชียงใหม่ (help·info)) is the second-largest province (changwat) of Thailand, located in the north of the country. Neighboring provinces are (from northeast clockwise) Chiang Rai, Lampang, Lamphun, Tak, and Mae Hong Son. In the north it borders Shan State of Myanmar.

Chiang Mai province is about 700 km from Bangkok and is situated on the Mae Ping River basin and is 300 m above sea level. Surrounded by high mountain ranges, it covers an area of approximately 20,107 km². The district is covered by many mountains, chiefly stretching in the south-north direction. The river Ping, one of the major tributaries of the Chao Phraya River, originates in the Chiang Dao mountains. The highest mountain of Thailand, the 2,565 meter high Doi Inthanon, is located in the province. Several national parks are in the district: Doi Inthanon, Doi Suthep-Pui, Mae Ping, Sri Lanna, Huay Nam Dang, Mae Phang, Chiang Dao.

The mountainous terrain is mainly jungle, parts of which are within national parks which are still fertile and verdant with plentiful flora and fauna. There are many sites and locations where tourists prefer to visit to study the lifestyle of the tribal people who live on high hills.

Chiang Mai province for years now has been the tourist hub of the north and one of Thailand's most important tourist destinations. It is considered one of the most scenic provinces in the country due to its mountain ranges, valleys, flora and fauna. Unlike most of Thailand, the climate in the north and especially Chiang Mai is cool, fresh and misty.

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Doi Suthep-Doi Pui National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติดอยสุเทพ-ปุย) The park consists of forests and mountain ranges. Major mountains include Doi Suthep, Doi Buak Ha, and Doi Pui. This is a main source of tributaries and streams in Chiang Mai. Sacred places, religious attractions and historical sites are located in the park complex.

Walking Street Chiang Mai municipality has organized, since 2006, the Chiang Mai Sunday Evening Walking Street at the Three Kings Monument Courtyard. It has turned into a thriving Sunday evening market which now encompasses nearly the whole of Rachadamnoen road (the main road of the old city), many of its side streets and the square in front of Thapae gate. It is renowned for the locally made handicrafts. In addition, Chiang Mai also organises a Saturday Evening Walking Street on Woa Lai road which runs from Chiang Mai gate, on the south side of the old city, towards the airport.

Chiang Mai Zoo (สวนสัตว์เชียงใหม่) is located next to Huai Kaeo Arboretum. It is a large zoo, which occupies the lower forested slopes of Doi Suthep Mountain. The zoo contains more than 200 types of Asian and African mammals and birds.

Doi Inthanon National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติดอยอินทนนท์): at 2,565 m, Doi Inthanon is Thailand's highest mountain and one of the coolest peaks. Besides the actual mountain itself, there are a variety of other attractive locations such as Mae Ya, Wachirathan and Siriphum waterfalls and Bori Chinda Cave.

Pang Chang Mae Sa: The elephant shows are a demonstration of the elephants' abilities in log-hauling. After the end of the performance, visitors are able to have a go at riding an elephant.

Wat Phra Singh (วัดพระสิงห์วรวิหาร), houses the revered Phra Phuttha Sihing Buddha (พระพุทธสิหิงค์) image cast in Subduing Mara. The Buddha image is now enshrined in Viharn Lai Kham. The temple compound includes the lovely Viharn Lai Kham featuring exquisite woodcarvings and northern-style murals paintings, a magnificent scriptural repository with striking bas relief, and a circular stupa (in Lankan bell shape).

Mae Sa Waterfall (น้ำตกแม่สา) The famous 8-tiered waterfall in Amphoe Mae Rim occupies a natural setting among towering trees, covered with a lovely breeze all year round.

Night Bazaar: Every evening the center of the provincial city holds one of the provinces biggest markets, selling a huge variety of goods to tourists, both foreign and Thai. The market is 3 blocks long and is surrounded by restaurants, cafes and travel agents.

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The 1st Phayao Triathlon Competition.

The 1st Phayao Triathlon Competition on Sunday 15 September 1969 at the Cultural Center of Muang Phayao District, Phayao Province.

The 1st Phayao Triathlon Competition This time, Phayao Province has many tourist attractions. Especially the Hahao winch, which is the third largest source of fresh water in the country, has a beautiful tribal landscape. Able to attract tourists to travel Kwan Phayao uninterrupted Mueang Phayao District And the network partners in the area therefore organized the 1st Phayao Triathlon competition

The objective is ...
1. To promote tourism around the Phayao winch public relations
Winning Phayao to be known by tourists both at home and abroad.
2. To stimulate the economy in the area
3. To promote and support the people to exercise

But before becoming a smooth competition Effective And create satisfaction for participants All of this comes from cooperation. Unite among all relevant parties in the government Private and public sectors, communities around Kwan Phayao Came to join forces Join the preparation and preparation. So as not to cause any obstacles during the competition

The 1st Phayao Kwan Triathlon is a triathlon. In the print phase Consisting of 3 kinds of sporting events which are
1. Swimming at a distance of 750 meters.
2. Cycling at a distance of 26 kilometers
3. Running distance of 2 kilometers
By dividing the competition into 3 types which are
Team type: 72 teams
Men's singles, totaling 335 people
Type single women, amount 92 people

The organization of this competition Is the first triathlon event in Phayao Province There were no less than 600 participants, including 200 working groups.
In this regard, the competition is divided into 3 sports categories, which are swimming, cycling and running using places around And Kwan Phayao area Is a competition venue In which the competition category is divided into male individual category Women's individual and team type

Each category ranked 1st will receive 5,000 baht prize money, 2nd place prize money 4,000 baht, 3rd place prize money 3,000 baht, 4th place prize money 2,000 baht, and 11 consolation prize 1,000 baht, equal in all 3 categories.

For the swimming competition route held at Kwan Phayao Started releasing the Naga statue Culture Newsstand And disembark at the intersection of Saeng Chan Restaurant, total distance of 750 meters, cycling using the competition location around Kwan Phayao road Began to release in the courtyard And come back to the end of the cultural news. The total distance is 26 kilometers, and the run will take place at the competition road alongside Kwan Phayao. Released in the courtyard of culture Run around the health park behind the office of Phayao City Municipality And enter the finish line that is cultural delay Which will run 2 rounds, including a total distance of 6 kilometers

This activity is the first time in Phayao Triathlon. And will be available again in the future every year. In addition, Kwan Phayao of Nee also has many tourism activities Continued throughout the year Which will cause a variety of tourism promotion at Kwan Phayao