If you are visiting the beautiful and enthralling Chiang Mai, don’t forget to get your hands on one of the true treasures of Thailand, Thai silk. Thailand is not only the land of scenic visuals and beautiful beaches; it has also captured tourist’s imagination of being a shopper’s paradise. You just can’t get enough things to buy and take back home. Every area of Thailand is known for something, and Chiang Mai is known for alluring Thai silk. It is believed that nothing speaks of the old Thai culture and tradition so eloquently than a piece of Thai silk. Though Thailand is progressing fast to a new and modern world Thai silk would always remind us of the old culture of Siam and Thai people. So, here are some of the places where you can get your hand of authentic Thai silk in Chiang Mai. Thai silk village. To get the best of Thai silk, the Thai silk village is the place to be. It is known for its intricate and artistic Thai silk scarfs and shawls. If you want to take a piece of Thai heritage and tradition, we recommend buying traditional Thai silk shawls which have beautiful Lanna prints. You can also witness the production process of the silk and the best part; you can bargain all you like to get the best deal for you. Walking street or Chiang Mai Sunday market. To get the variety and unlimited options for Thai silk, head over to Chiang Mai Sunday market. The sheer magnitude of Thai silk sold in this market would amaze. You can find amazing deals, bargains but be very careful of fake silk. Try to read and understand a little about Thai silk before heading to market that you are able to differentiate real and fake silk. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. Most of the authentic Thai silk comes from Chiang Mai, and that is the reason why you should never leave this place without buying Thai silk. Chiang Mai night market is one such location that can allure you to spend all your precious baht. Apart from Thai silk, you can shop for all kinds of unique souvenirs at knock out prices (you can bargain a lot!). Try to buy things such as pillowcases, scarves, neckties, table cloths made of Thai silk other than clothing. So, get informed and lose yourself in buying the colourful gift from Thailand, Thai silk.
