Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai offers a serene cultural retreat with 300+ ancient temples nestled among misty mountains, drawing 8 million visitors annually. Its Night Bazaar, spanning 1.5 kilometers, sells handmade crafts at prices 20% lower than Bangkok's equivalent markets. This northern hub outperforms #3 Phuket's beach-centric tourism by providing cooler year-round temperatures averaging 25°C.