Chiang Mai is the largest city in the North of Thailand. However, the atmosphere is much more relaxed than in Bangkok and you can easeliy relax there for a few days. From there you have easy connections to further interesting places in the North of the country like Chiang Rai.
Many temples and old houses can be found in Chiang Mai. Doi Suthep is the most famous one and situated on a hill about 30 min drive from the city.
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Shopping is quite interesting there: items like furniture, clothes or souvenirs are much cheaper than in Bangkok or on the beach areas. A day tour at an elephant camp can also be nice if you have time.
Jodhpur, also well known a the Blue City, is one of the biggest city in Radjasthan in India and one place to visit if you are travelling to the North West of India.
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Blue is the most used colour in Jodhpur (for houses, furniture, ...) and it gives the city a really special atmosphere. However you can also find there more modern building but all a really special flair.
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A few interesting monuments can be visited, like the Mehrangarh Fort or Jaswant Thada.
Beside to the architecture, you will find in Jodhpur colourful market with many local fruits and spices (attention there: hot)..... and of course many relaxed cows around....
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Anyway, the city is worth a visit if you go one day to Radjasthan.
