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On Your Next Trip to Thailand, Visit Unique and Exciting Shopping Malls in Chiang Mai

On Your Next Trip to Thailand, Visit Unique and Exciting Shopping Malls in Chiang Mai

Vacations offer travelers the opportunity to explore in many ways. Taking tours, dining at restaurants that offer local cuisine and visiting popular tourist destinations are all great ways to learn more about a place. Believe it or not, shopping is another excellent way to experience the culture of a place firsthand. If you are planning a trip to Thailand and you are a shopping enthusiast, you owe it to yourself to visit Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai is a well-known shopping destination where visitors can find many local arts and crafts, as well as popular styles of apparel, footwear, and accessories. Here are two shopping malls in Chiang Mai that you will want to visit on your next trip to Thailand.

1. Central Plaza, Chiang Mai Airport

One of the most well-known shopping malls in Chiang Mai is Central Plaza, also known as Central Plaza, Chiang Mai Airport. There are many international brands that have stores in this mall. For example, there is a Robinson Department store in Central Plaza. If you are longing a taste of home, you can find a lot of familiar chain restaurants like Baskin Robbins and Kentucky Fried Chicken. Or you can sample some tasty local cuisine by visiting the basement of Central Plaza. You might even get the chance to see your food being prepared!

Another unique trait of this shopping mall is that the entire second floor of the mall, known as the ‘Northern Village,’ is dedicated to selling local goods and crafts. If you are looking for an authentic souvenir to bring home from your trip to Thailand, the Northern Village is a great place for you to find it. Central Plaza also has an aquarium that is entertaining for children and adults alike. Best of all, the fourth floor of the mall features a cinema theater with 7 screens. You are sure to have a great time shopping at Central Plaza.

2. Kad Suan Kaew Shopping Mall

Kad Suan Kaew, also known as Central Mall, is another great mall in Chiang Mai. While you are there, you want to be sure to check out the Central Department store, where you can find great prices on large variety of products. If you bring your family along to shop at Kad Suan Kaew, you can take a break from shopping to relax and have some fun at the bowling alley. If you choose to visit Kad Suan Kaew on a weekend, be sure to check out the night market for a fun and unique taste of local culture.

You can make your shopping trip at Kad Suan Kaew a truly one of a kind experience by booking a suite or room at the luxurious Lotus Pang Suan Kaew Hotel, Huay Kaew. This beautiful hotel offers a rich environment where you can relax in style after you have finished shopping for the day, and also has additional amenities for you to enjoy, such as a swimming pool and sauna, and a fitness center.

On your next trip to Thailand, be sure to check out the shopping malls in Chiang Mai to find some wonderful souvenirs to bring home from your vacation for your friends and family. While you’re at it, don’t forget to bring something home for yourself, as a reminder of all the fun you had in Thailand. Happy travels!