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A Night at Healing House: A Safe Space, in a Hidden Place

“We literally live in the house,” he explained to me. I was immediately intrigued. I had been planning to stop by for a while and was excited to finally have a Friday free to check out the place.

Editorial: June 2019

Earlier this year I wrote an editorial promising you change. While I highly doubt you spend much time concerning yourself over Citylife’s imminent changes, some of you have commented to me that you have yet to see any.

Chang Moi Cafés

Chang Moi was an old city street renowned for its rattan. Today, generations-old rattan shops have been replaced by trendy cafes and we decided to check them out.

‘150% People’: Thai, English, and Expanding Selves

In 2001, Ukrainian American linguist Aneta Pavlenko put out a survey asking one simple question: “Do you feel like a different person sometimes when you speak different languages?” She received responses from over one thousand multilingual speakers from around the world — nearly two-thirds of whom responded in the affirmative.

From Haze to Climate Change: A talk with a CMU Scientist

Citylife sat down with Asst. Prof. Dr. Somporn Chatara, Head of Environmental Science Research Centre (ESRC), Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, to learn all about their projects which include working with a team of NASA scientists and Taiwanese academics on matters of air pollution.

A Modern Approach to Hospitality Education at ICWW

With humanity’s exponential growth on so many fronts, from science to technology, multiculturalism to progressive social leaps, it is imperative that we prepare our youth, equipping them with the right tools and pathways for learning, so that they can walk into that future with confidence and skills.

A Closer Look at Performing Arts in Chiang Mai: The Budding Dramaturgs of Chiang Mai University

As a first step in my investigation into ‘Thai Theatre’, I decided to turn to a familiar setting to collect information: a university. Chiang Mai University proved to be the perfect place to start, with a thriving Fine Arts department and a brand new Music and Performing Arts programme. I was eager to see what Thai theatre students were learning while preparing for the professional world, and what exactly that professional world entailed.

7 Best Golf Courses in Chiang Mai

To the avid and even casual golfer nothing can be more enjoyable and relaxing than spending a few hours playing a beautifully designed and well maintained 18 or nine-hole course. These seven golf courses are among the finest in the province.

H Innovation for the Future: Hillkoff focus on sustainability

Having succeeded in being the go-to place for all players along the supply chain, Hillkoff has recently taken a step back to reexamining itself and has come to the conclusion that it must change its core business. The change is to become a responsible and sustainable business.

Casual and Chilled

If you are in the mood to just go somewhere and hang out, then here are a few venues you may want to check out.

Tigers Strive to Growl not Purr

The scorching summer heat and humidity enveloped 700th Anniversary Stadium like a sticky wet sponge as kickoff time approached for Chiang Mai F.C.’s May 12th home game against Bangkok United.

New Watering Holes

For many of us, bars are part of our lives: where we meet friends, where we hangout, where we call our second home. Here are a few places where everybody can – if you wish, and not worried about stalkers – know your name.

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Chiang Mai Tourism Roadshow Ignites Market Interest in Seoul

Fri 15th May

The Association of Northern Tourism Federation- Chiang Mai, supported by Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization successfully launched a strategic roadshow in Seoul to strengthen Tourism ties between Thailand and South Korea. Led by Mrs. Wityalak Samchai, Vice President of Chiang Mai PAO, the delegation featured 35 key operators—including Hotels, Travel Agencies, and Local Communities—en … Continued

Smart Nimman: Chiang Mai unveils prototype for Nimmanhaemin smart city transformation

Fri 15th May

Chiang Mai has taken a big step towards its smart city ambitions, with multiple agencies joining forces to drive the Smart Nimman project — a wide-ranging infrastructure overhaul of the Nimmanhaemin Road area.   On the 14th of May, Chiang Mai Municipality Mayor Asanee Buranupakorn delegated Deputy Mayor Wisakha Panyachuay to represent the city at a public consultation meeting held at Chiang Mai Un … Continued

Inthakin festival opens with Buddha procession

Thu 14th May

The 2026 Inthakin City Pillar Festival got underway yesterday afternoon (13th May) with a procession of Phra Chao Fon Saen Ha, Lanna Buddha image housed at Wat Chang Taem and brought out just twice a year — during Songkran and Inthakin. Believed to summon seasonal rains to benefit farmers, the image was carried through the city’s streets on a ceremonial float, accompanied by horses, ancient warrio … Continued

GoVeraClinic and Go Green bring modern aesthetics and traditional medicine together in Chiang Mai

Wed 13th May

Two clinics operating under a shared philosophy have set up in Chiang Mai, combining aesthetic treatments with Thai traditional medicine to offer what they describe as a more integrated approach to health and beauty. GoVeraClinic handles the aesthetic side, offering skincare, facial contouring and wellness treatments under medical supervision. Consultations are carried out by licensed doctors, wit … Continued

Buffalo ‘Bai Boon’ rescued from two-metre canal by volunteers and locals

Wed 13th May

Yesterday evening (12th May), staff from the Chiang Mai Ruam Katanyu Foundation Volunteer Coordination Centre rushed to the rescue of Bai Boon, a beloved buffalo, after she fell into a concrete drainage canal approximately two metres deep in Pa Daet subdistrict, and was unable to climb out unaided. After working at the rescue for some time, staff and volunteers successfully lifted Bai Boon from th … Continued

Floodwater briefly overtakes low bridge in Mae Chaem following heavy highland rain

Tue 12th May

Heavy rainfall in the hills above Mae Chaem sent floodwater surging across the concrete bridge at Ban Kong Kan, Mae Suek subdistrict, Chiang Mai yesterday afternoon, between 4pm and 5pm. The bridge sits relatively low over the stream, meaning that when large volumes of water converge rapidly, it can appear to be submerged — though officials were quick to clarify that water levels remained shallow … Continued

Two arrested at Tha Pae Gate for selling pigeon feed — again

Mon 11th May

Despite months of crackdowns, the illegal pigeon feed trade at Tha Pae Gate refuses to die. Municipal enforcement officers made two more arrests on 11th May, catching the pair red-handed selling bird feed and luring pigeons for tourist photo opportunities. The most recent problem has persisted since Chiang Mai city municipality, police and related agencies launched coordinated patrols and arrests … Continued

Chiang Mai levels up with “THE KING OF CHIANG MAI E-SPORTS 2026”

Mon 11th May

Chiang Mai is leaning further into its creative future with the launch of “THE KING OF CHIANG MAI E-SPORTS 2026,” a major esports event positioning the city as both a digital content hub and a destination for next-generation tourism. The opening ceremony took place on Saturday 9 May 2026 at Chiang Mai Hall, Central Chiang Mai Airport, presided over by Chiang Mai Vice Governor Boonlue Thammathoranu … Continued

Inthakin Pillar festival 2026 

Mon 11th May

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Chiang Mai Office invites Buddhists and visitors to take part in the Sai Khan Dok Inthakin Worship Festival, one of Lanna’s most sacred annual traditions, held at Wat Chedi Luang. The ceremony honours the Inthakin, Chiang Mai’s city pillar, long venerated as the spiritual heart of the city and a symbol of stability, prosperity and wellbeing. Known locally by … Continued

Prince Royal’s College students bound for ISEF 2026

Sun 10th May

Nine upper secondary students from Prince Royal’s College Chiang Mai’s Technology Gifted Programme (TEP) departed Chiang Mai Airport on 8th May, headed to Phoenix, Arizona to compete at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2026, taking place 9th-15th May. The school secured three of Thailand’s eight competing teams — the highest of any school — representing the country under the S … Continued

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