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Chiang Mai

‘Lush landscapes, majestic mountains, and delicious Thai cuisine, Chiang Mai is incredible.’ – Chiang Mai Wedding Photographer Aidan Dockery

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Chiang Mai Weddings

If you’re considering a breathtaking destination wedding, consider Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. It has a rich tapestry of traditional Buddhist temples nestled amid picturesque mountains. Chiang Mai also embraces the unique cultures and ancient customs of various hill tribes.

While lacking a coastline, Chiang Mai compensates with rivers, lakes, and inspiring mountain views.

I love photographing in Chaing Mai, and the city has a relaxing vibe. You can witness the spectacular Yi Peng festival if you’re lucky enough to have your Chaing Mai wedding in late November!

Yi Peng Festival Chiang Mai

wedding guests letting off komloy lanterns at The Rachamankha Chiang Mai Wedding
Yi Peng Festival, the Lantern Festival, is a captivating and stunning annual celebration in Chiang Mai, Thailand. In the Thai lunar calendar, Thai traditions root this festival, which people celebrate on the full moon of the twelfth month.

The highlight of the Yi Peng Festival is the release of thousands of sky lanterns into the night sky. Craftsmen construct these “khom loi” lanterns using thin fabric stretched over a bamboo frame. A small candle heats the air inside the lantern. It rises and floats into the sky.

Seeing thousands of lanterns drifting into the night is a mesmerizing and magical atmosphere.

Chiang Mai Wedding Venues

Chiang Mai offers diverse wedding venues, each contributing to the city’s allure as a romantic destination. There is a range of options, from luxurious resorts to charming boutique hotels.

Shangri-La Chiang Mai

Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan Chiang Mai
Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has earned a global reputation for its exceptional wedding venue. Their spacious and elegant ballrooms are perfect for hosting larger weddings.

Shangri-La Chiang Mai boasts the city’s largest pool, making a perfect backdrop for wedding photos. Its central location gives easy access to the Night Bazaar in the Old City.

Four Seasons Chiang Mai

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The incredible Four Seasons Chiang Mai nestles in Mae Rim, north of the city.

They have this unique wedding called the ‘Thai Lanna Wedding,’ where the elders from a nearby village bless the couple. It’s so authentic and makes for beautiful wedding photos.

Rachamankha Chiang Mai

The Rachamankha Hotel Chiang Mai Wedding
The Rachamankha Hotel in Chiang Mai is beautiful and located in the heart of the city’s old moated area. Its central location was a short stroll from the stunning Wat Phra Singh. One of the hotel’s most unique features is its peaceful and private atmosphere, which is rare in a city hotel.


Beautiful settings steeped in history have made Rachamankha an ideal venue for a Chiang Mai wedding.

137 Pillars House Chiang Mai

Chic Thailand wedding venue 137 Pillars House in Thailand
137 Pillars House is a stunning boutique hotel with a rich colonial history. The hotel, nestled in a leafy residential area, dates back to the late 1800s. Nearby are historical landmarks like the Wat Gate Temple and the serene Ping River. As a member of the exclusive Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) group, you’ll find some lovely boutique shopping nearby.

137 Pillars House is perfect for weddings, honeymoons, or a romantic getaway. The grounds are breathtaking, featuring a 15-meter green vertical wall by the emerald pool. A majestic Banyan Tree over 120 years old stands at the center of the property, where wedding ceremonies occur.

Anantara Chiang Mai

groom photoshoot at lake before The Rachamankha Chiang Mai Wedding
Anantara Chiang Mai is a beautiful secluded getaway by the river. Away from all the hustle and bustle of the city, they offer a wedding in their beautiful gardens. The Mae Ping River makes the perfect backdrop for your wedding photos.

Anantara’s service is top-notch, so you can be sure everything will run on your big day. It’s the perfect place to make your wedding unforgettable!