Second hand book shops in chiang mai page 2 chiang mai. While there are not many brand name shops in kad suan kaew, it does offer many export shops popular brand. Address kotchasan road, changklan, mueang chiang mai, chiang mai, 50100, thailand. The city is encircled by factories and workshops where you can watch craftspeople at work before buying their wares. Suriwong book centre a large international bookstore with many great titles on thailand. There is no doubt there are far fewer book stores today, both new and used, than there were before ebooks and ereaders appeared on the scene, both in and outside of chiang mai. Books by ted chiang author of stories of your life and. Gecko books next door, which several local magazines have touted as the best used bookshop in chiang mai if not the whole of southeast asia. Now, there are several other bookstores in chiang mai. There are a plethora of secondhand bookshops in chiang mai and they all offer a similar service. May 16, 2019 the best bookshops in thailand bookmoby readers cafe is on the fourth floor of the bangkok art and culture centre courtesy of bookmoby readers cafe bangkok is a home to a number of independent bookshops that stock a range of titles, so you can find your holiday read with little fuss. Chiang mais largest online business directory with more than 7,000 places listed.
The trip takes a little bit longer compared to the bus journey, roughly twelve hours, but is significantly more comfortable. Hardcore shoppers will be in their element and even browsers will be tempted. If youre planning to shop in thailand, chiang mai is the place to bring an empty suitcase. With a visit to such places, you are certain to come away with some really unique souvenirs. Suriwong book centre 54, chiang mai 50100, thailand plan a trip to chiang mai based on your personalized interests. Guide to english bookshops in chiang mai chiang mai. Asia books thailands largest chain book store, asia books offers a solid selection of new titles at practically every mall in bangkok. How to easily get from bangkok to chiang mai a travel. Chiang mai is not lacking in opportunities to buy a complete new wardrobe. Sure, there are still people buying used books, but not the way they did five years ago. Entire chains of major booksellers are now gone forever. Warorot is the citys central market and part of the chinatown shopping zone close to the west bank of the ping river.
The best run shop in chiang mai is now 14 its size and under new ownership. If you need something to read, or finished one book and want to trade it in for a different one, youll find a collection of book stores just off tapae road near the tapae gate. The booksmith is the perfect place to buy a book, sit down, and relax, all while enjoying a delicious cup of freshly brewed coffee. For new books, dk book centre and suriwong book centre are the most popular, while seed book centre big c extra chiang mai has a great range of nonfiction books. The booksmith is the perfect place to buy a book, sit. Its probably the large number of people who stay in chiang mai for a long time that generates the demand for used book stores.
Ton lamyai flower market is in the same area while muang mai market is about a. Back in the 15th century, chinese muslim traders from yunnan province passed through the mountains in horsedrawn caravans laden with gold, cotton, ivory, tobacco and edible bird nests. We are often praised for having various collections of book that is rare to find in other bookstores. The night bazaar and warorot market a re the places to pick up traditional and hilltribe clothing. Dk books on chaiyaphum road, suriwong book center on sridonchai road, and centre point books near central department store. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. The entertainment center will also be a great place for families with children, as the event held here is very informative and impressive. Chiang mai shopping is more handicraftoriented than anywhere else in thailand. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. This great book contains a wealth of valuable information about chiang mai, thailand. We just wanted to see how it was to live in the north of thailand. Today, chiang mai has built a name for itself as a cultural centre, with many local artisans finding artistic expression through handicrafts. Chiang mai shopping guide best places to shop whats.
Nov 08, 20 youll find gecko books at 26 chang moi kao road, a. From the vernacular architecture of the traditional lanna style to chic. Most of what gecko books sells is used books, all in excellent condition and on a huge variety of topics. Gekko books chiang mais finest english used bookshop. With a thoughtful selection of visually stunning books laid out on tables rather than stacked on shelves, a quick browse at hardcover is a feast for. The rose of the norths reputation for shopping extends back hundreds of years, thanks to its location close to historic trade routes connecting modernday myanmar, laos and china. Whatever it is youre looking for in chiang mai be it accommodation, restaurant, night life, services, shopping or sports you are very likely to find it here. Shops in chiang mai the finest equipment for outdoor and. With more than 300 stunning colour photographs and clear, concise text, chiang mai style captures the essence of the citys eclectic yet distinctive architectural style. Aug 05, 2019 the selection of books here is small when compared to the other bookshops in chiang mai. Hunting for a souvenir at khamthiang market in chiang mai. You can even learning the craft yourself, in some cases. Youll find gecko books at 26 chang moi kao road, a. How to easily get from bangkok to chiang mai a travel guide.
Instant book search our shop is located in the thapae gate area of chiang mai, just a short walk down chang moi kao road, behind starbucks and boots pharmacy. The 10 best chiang mai food tours with photos tripadvisor. These bookstores are quite large, and offer a wide variation in. Agents rates for online bookings at international class hotels in chiang mai. Ted chiang has 93 books on goodreads with 302601 ratings. Uptodate listing of book stores in chiang mai includes contacts, open hours and maps. An overnight train from bangkok to chiang mai is a classic thailand experience. Directory of chiang mai book stores whats up chiang mai. During the low season it can be impossible to get rid of books you have finished, because they dont want lots of excess stock on their hands. The last time i was there, the newly renovated tops in central lad prao had hormone free chicken and eggs. There are three used bookshops in chiang mai that are especially worth visiting. View about book stores in chiang mai, thailand on facebook.
Bookazine and bookzone have a good generic selection of international magazines and news media, along with the usual range of fiction and travel books. Chiang mai shopping where to shop and what to buy in chiang mai. In 2006, an ultramodern entertainment center has opened in chiang mai. Guide to english bookshops in chiang mai chiang mai thailand.
Kad suan kaew department store is the oldest of the shopping malls in chiang mai, but has a variety of shops, restaurants, discount stores and electronics stalls. Chiang mai shopping guide best places to shop whats up. Backstreet books another one chiang mais best book stores, backstreet books has been in business for more than 20 years and has a huge selection of great books. Tickets do sell quickly especially lower berths, so book well in advance. Kad suan kaew department store chiang mai shopping. They wont always buy as well as sell, that depends on the book you have and also the season.
The range of tshirts and contemporary clothing sold at the night bazaar is a major reason to visit. Backstreet books another one chiang mais best book stores and one of my recent discoveries, backstreet books has been in business for more than 20 years and has a huge selection of great books. The lost book shops chiang mai, thailand bookstore facebook. Featuring a private swimming pool, kantary hills chiang mai hotel comprises 171 nonsmoking rooms fitted with modern comforts. Chiang mai is a very interesting city, maybe even more interesting than pattaya on many points. Robinson department store public company limited chiang mai branch. Chiang mais markets are colourful and vibrant affairs. The selection of books here is small when compared to the other bookshops in chiang mai. Bangkok has its neon nightlife and 247 buzz, pattaya and phuket are home to some of the finest beaches in the world, but chiang mai is the spiritual heartland and roof of thailand. This book celebrates the architecture, interiors and crafts of thailands second largest city.
Bookazine in chiang inn plaza and another soon to open on nimmenhamin road. Feb 03, 2019 i have been living in chiang mai for one year now with my husband last year we were in pattaya where we stayed 5 years. Since 2007, it has been hosting guests in chiang mai. The lost book shop chiang mai aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich.
Dec 12, 2003 now, there are several other bookstores in chiang mai. Chiang mai travel guide chiang mai is one of the most fascinating cities not just in thailand, but in the whole of southeast asia. It is the backdoor to the himalayas and houses all of thailands tallest mountains. Chiang mai shopping where to shop and what to buy in. Ted chiangs most popular book is stories of your life and others. Over 15,000 used books in english and other languages. At one nimman soi 1, mueang chiang mai district, chiang mai 50200 open 10 am 10 pm tel.
Chiang mais best online resource base offers a wealth of information and services ready at your fingertips. Jan 22, 2016 hormones in my meat matter to me so i buy chicken, pork, eggs and such at either villa bangkok or paragons gourmet grocery store bangkok or rimping chiang mai. I spent three wonderful weeks in chiang mai in june of 2014 and i can say, from what i was able to see and experience, that the blethers information about this great city is accurate. Hormones in my meat matter to me so i buy chicken, pork, eggs and such at either villa bangkok or paragons gourmet grocery store bangkok or rimping chiang mai. Located in chiang mai, an 8minute walk from three kings monument, md boutique hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Cost of grocery shopping in thailand tieland to thailand. View all hotels near the lost book shop on tripadvisor. Silks, tea and dried fruits were just some of their exports. Chiang mai pictures photo gallery of chiang mai high. Secondhand bookshops in chiang mai chiang mai citylife.
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