Chiang Mai named Splendid City of Culture by Cabinet

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    Chiang Mai was named the “Most Splendid City of Culture” by the Cabinet on May 3, Chiang Mai Governor Panadda Diskul announced, adding that this designation brings great pride to the Northern capital.

    “This project is a model of the strategy to create the pride, unity and harmony in the province,” he said, adding that at present, Chiang Mai is the center of development projects in the northern region and has seen rapid growth that betters the livelihood of residents and locals.

    “So it is urgently required to preserve and pass on the unique values and image of Chiang Mai, traditions that have existed more than 700 years. The unique arts, culture, traditions, local wisdom, handicraft work, and diversity of races makes Chiang Mai uniquely outstanding”, he noted.

    This project was initiated to show the loyalty, love and honor to the nation, religion and monarchy and to preserve the cultural heritage of Chiang Mai in honor of HM the King's 84th birthday celebrations on December 5, this year.

    The Ministry of Interior considers this as an outstanding project. Governor ML Panadda announced the appointment of a working committee in response to the Cabinet announcement to help restore important cultural icons and buildings.

    The Governor asked for cooperation from all sectors concerned to help restore the city and its culture, including disputed land, architecture, and inner Old City issues. He also asks the general public to join hands in helping solve the city's problems over the next few months. He included karaoke pubs or entertainment venues where the girls are dressed and behave improperly for Thai culture.Additionally, the laws will be enforced to help the city solve these problems.