Surrounded by a ring of mountains, Chiang Mai has a rich and ancient seven hundred year history. You will never be bored in Chiang Mai as there are a plethora of things to do and see! You can tour the old city, visit historic temples, go elephant riding, go nature trekking or visit a hill tribe village. Chiang Mai has a very distinctive culture, arts, festivals, and traditions as well as a thrilling mix of local, ethnic and expatriate communities from all over the world. Chiang Mai has never been more exciting. In fact, the city has been voted as one of the top destinations to live in Asia and is a modern and cosmopolitan city, but still maintains its traditional old charm. The city is home to over 300 temples dating as far back as the 13th century. You can drive in any direction for thirty minutes and find many unique and stunning cultural attractions such as museums, ancient ruins, national parks, waterfalls, and mountain trails to name a few. You will never tire of the multitude of diverse delights as Chiang Mai offers something for everyone! Nature lovers, culture aficionados, sports enthusiasts and those who just wish to lie back and be pampered in a luxurious spa will love what Chiang Mai has to offer.  Considered the spiritual capital of Thailand, Chiang Mai also opens doors to a whole different set of experiences and activities hard to find elsewhere. Here are some of the coolest things to do in Chiang Mai!