Wedding traditions of Chiang Mai
A northern Thai city with khantoke dinners, Lanna dress and the baci-like tying of the wrist.
In Lanna weddings the couple wear northern Thai silk and a feast is served on small round tables called khantoke. Many guests sit on the floor.
A wedding here
The wedding includes the bai sri su khwan rite, in which white threads are tied around the wrists to call back the spirits, a procession to the bride's home with Lanna drums, and the sinsod negotiation.
Where weddings happen
Teak houses in village gardens, hotels and temple grounds. Many couples from abroad hold weddings in resorts.
The season and the calendar
Dry cool season from November to February is the favourite, and Loy Krathong in November is an attractive date for couples.
Wedding customs of Chiang Mai
Also part of it, and being written: Lanna (The northern Thai culture.), Khantoke (The traditional dinner served on small tables.), Sai monkhon (The thread blessing.).
A wedding trail idea for Chiang Mai
- Warorot Market A market for cloth and dried goods.
- Wat Phra Singh A temple where blessings are sought.
- Sunday Walking Street A craft and clothes market.
- Mae Rim valley Scenic wedding venues.
Written by the EveryShaadi desk with AI assistance. Opening hours, venues and wedding-season dates change; check locally before travelling. Customs differ from place to place and family to family. If this is your tradition and we have it wrong, tell us.
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