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Chang Mai - A Hub Of Exquisite Colour.

20/7/2014

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On my way back from Australia, I was fortunate enough to spend 6 weeks travelling around South East Asia. My first port of call was Chang Mai, to the north of Thailand.

Although I feel some of the areas I visited in Thailand have lost their cultural ambience, Chang Mai still boasts rich colourful markets and shops selling traditional art and textiles.
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Endless colourful, patterned and stitched textiles.
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Many pieces of textiles sold in the markets are pieces of traditional-style tribal clothing. If you dig deep, you can be lucky enough to find little antique gems!
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A piece of old textile from a traditional baby carrier.
If you’re interested in the production of silk, and want to buy some high quality silk fabric, there is a silk factory, Jolie Femme, where you can see how silk is made.
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Silk thread spools being created.
Chang Mai is home to a variety of inspiration. Temples, known as Wats, can be found on almost every corner, each with individual intricate patterns and details.
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Filigree detail on a Wat.
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Flowers bloom all over the place, displaying bold shapes and colours.
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Clothing stores aimed to entice tourists display interesting arrangements.
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Interesting objects and artefacts can be found almost anywhere. I found this old cycle behind a Wat. I fell in love with it’s texture, shape and colour.
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Floral garlands decorate Wats and statues as offerings to the gods. Although mostly made from plastic and synthetic materials, you cant help but love the effect they give.
If a culture shock is what you wish from a travel experience, then Chang Mai might not be for you. If you want to experience an easy-going holiday with a difference and a touch of culture, then it is a great place to visit. You can afford a little luxury but still walk around the nitty gritty streets of Thailand!

All images Gemma Lofthouse ©

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    I am a textile print designer/maker, with a strong passion for striking prints. textiles, design, colour, texture, interiors, fashion, travel & different cultures.

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