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Chiang Mai National Museum

Chiang Mai, Thailand

About Chiang Mai National Museum

The definitive museum of Lanna history and culture, housed in a majestic Lanna-style building north of the Old City. Seven galleries cover the complete history of the Lanna Kingdom from prehistoric times through to the modern era, with outstanding collections of Lanna Buddha images, ceramics, textiles, and everyday artefacts. The best rainy-day destination in the city.

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📍Superhighway Rd, Chang Phueak, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50300

📞+66 53 221 308

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