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What's On in Chiang Mai and Beyond

2nd - 4th September : ‘Pa Kao Lao Rueng’ Exhibition

2nd - 4th September : ‘Pa Kao Lao Rueng’ Exhibition Visit the exhibition of ‘Pa Kao Lao Rueng’ (stories from old textiles) by about 30 textile collectors at the Lanna Wisdom School on Rattanakosin Road. For more information, please call 053-244 231, 081-961 0525 or contact weaving-class@hotmail.com.

1st August - 16th September : Art Exhibition (Supplementary Food)

1st August - 16th September : Art Exhibition (Supplementary Food)  Visit the art exhibition (Supplementary Food) presented by the Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University. The exhibition is being held at Baan Tuek Art Center on Tapae Rd. (opposite Buddhasathan Chiang Mai). For more information, call 086-190 0699, 081-454 0257.

17th – 18th September : The 2nd Annual Yoga Mala Festival Chiang Mai

17th – 18th September : The 2nd Annual Yoga Mala Festival Chiang Mai  Celebrate the Yoga Mala Festival, a ‘Global Mala Project: Peace in Action’ at The Spa Resort Chiang Mai, Mae Rim. This is the second annual event featuring programs of yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, healing workshops; children’s activities; musical performances; a healing fair; organic food and natural crafts stalls; and a Walking Street. It’s a must for peace lovers, yoga practitioners, natural healers, health promoters, and everyone. Facebook: Yoga Mala Festival Chiang Mai.

Until 30th September : 999 baht : Three Zoos + One Park

Until 30th September : 999 baht : Three Zoos + One Park  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Chiang Mai office, with Chiang Mai Zoo, Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium, Chiang Mai Night Safari and Ratchaphruek Royal Park, present a tour package of one-night’s accommodation, three meals and a one-day trip to “Three Zoos and One Park” at 999 baht. This price includes a van tour throughout the trip which takes you to pay respects to the Phra That Temple on Doi Suthep, greet a panda family, enjoy surfing underwater (!) at Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium, watch wildlife at night at the Chiang Mai Night Safari, and see international flowers and plants at the Ratchaphruek Royal Park. For more information, contact TAT’s Chiang Mai office at 053-248 604 or 053-248 607 or the TAT Call Centre, 1672.

From now on… : The Tank Gallery

From now on… : The Tank Gallery Come see Thai paintings in different techniques with acrylic and tempera paints, gilded black lacquer or ‘Lai Rod Nam’ and so on, by Rung-Aroon Kamsao, Nattanut Norpat, and Hiranyakorn. The paintings are displayed daily from 10.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. at the Tank Gallery, on Nimmanhaemin Road (Soi Sai Namphueng).

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Diamond Gallery

If you are looking for a special piece of jewelry that reflects your style, just visit Diamond Gallery, located conveniently on Chang Klan Road, opposite the Shangri-La Hotel. Diamond Gallery, a one-stop service jewelry destination, offers both a made-to-order service and jewelry repair as well as after-sale service. Today’s special promotion is a 30% discount on a wedding ring for Chiang Mai Tourist Guide’s readers, on offer until 31 October 2011. Open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Closed on Monday) Tel. 053-820 556.

Ngon Lam
Vietnam Restaurant

“You are what you eat.” If you have healthy food, you will enjoy a better life. Today, Ngon Lam Vietnam Restaurant serves healthy Vietnamese dishes with plenty of vegetables for your lunch and dinner. For Chiang Mai Tourist Guide’s readers, get a 30% discount when ordering over 300 baht, until 31 October 2011. The restaurant is on the ground floor of Chomdoi Condotel (Circle Building), Irrigation Canal Rd. Open daily 10.30 a.m.- 9 p.m. Tel. 081-883 0091, 053-400 240.

Orient Thai Airlines

Fly with an ‘i Ticket’ and get at least 20% discount from Orient Thai. Just apply free for an i Ticket. Then, get a 20% discount for a flight to Udon Thani, a 15 % discount for a flight to Nakhon Si Thammarat, a 10 % discount for a flight to Trang and a 5 % discount for a flight to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Phuket. The seats are limited. Also, seat selection, snack and beverage, and 20 kg checked baggage are free. For more information, visit www.flyorientthai.com or call 1126.

Royal Orchid Collection

For over 30 years, Royal Orchid Collection has created exquisite accessories inspired by the beauty of nature. Made from fine silver or 24 karat gold, every piece is unique and luxurious. Come see Real Aster Reagan, Pumas and other composite hybrid flowers dyed in fashionable colors and crafted into pendants, earrings and rings. The shop is on the 1st Floor, CentralPlaza Chiang Mai Airport. For more information please contact 053-245 598 or visit www.royalorchidcollection.com.

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