Elephant Statues, Chaing Mai, Thailand     

These wonderful symbols of Thailand are represented throughout the country in complementary statuary. Here just outside the Pae Gate to the old quarter, three small giants line up and hold that pose. Chaing Mai, as Thailand's second largest city after Bangkok, is still a friendly relaxed alternative to the hustle and craziness of that metropolis. It's an attractive place to visit for it's easy going real life character, and a large number of expatriots have settled here as a result. Visits often last longer than planned for all the things to do in easy going pace lived here, nearby destinations to explore, and most excellent dining and mellow nightlife.

Elephant Statues, Chaing Mai, Thailand     

These wonderful symbols of Thailand are represented throughout the country in complementary statuary. Here just outside the Pae Gate to the old quarter, three small giants line up and hold that pose. Chaing Mai, as Thailand's second largest city after Bangkok, is still a friendly relaxed alternative to the hustle and craziness of that metropolis. It's an attractive place to visit for it's easy going real life character, and a large number of expatriots have settled here as a result. Visits often last longer than planned for all the things to do in easy going pace lived here, nearby destinations to explore, and most excellent dining and mellow nightlife.