The city of Chiang Mai is situated more than 700 km to the northwest from Bangkok. It stands on the banks of the Ping River among the mountains of Doi Suthep and Opkhan. Numerous magnificent temples make the city centre really amazing. Chiang Mai is considered to be as Thailand northern capital. The city is modern, busy and lively but it still manages to preserve the cultural historical atmosphere. One of the main attractions in Chiang Mai is Dokmai Garden where you can see more than 650 plant species. Another place worthy of your attention is Chiang Mai Zoo, situated at the foot of Doi Suthep. There you can see pandas from Chine, wildlife of southeastern Asia and African animals. If you are interested in history, you should visit The National Museum Chiang Mai. It has collections representing culture and art of Chiang Mai and the historical Kingdom of Lan Na.