| Each year in February, northern Thailand is alive | | | | well as chrysanthemums of yellow and white |
| with the vibrant festivities of the Chiang Mai | | | | hues. These flowers are just a few of the many |
| Flower Festival. For over thirty years, locals and | | | | that are included in the variety of floral displays |
| visitors alike have flocked to Chiang Mai for this | | | | featured at the festival. Flowers are also used for |
| beautiful event. Northern Thailand itself is well | | | | arts and crafts sales as well as numerous beauty |
| known for its fragrant blooms this time of year, | | | | pageants held during this festival. |
| and visitors to Chiang Mai often enjoy exploring | | | | The festival is more than simply a parade of |
| the rolling hills near Chiang Mai while they are | | | | flowers. This festival explores the culture of the |
| visiting the area. | | | | area, too. Here, you will find sculptures of many |
| The Flower Festival offers festival-goers with | | | | of Thailand's most famous and recognizable |
| ample opportunities to enjoy the natural flora of | | | | temples. There are also a variety of animals used |
| the area and explore Thailand's rich culture. The | | | | in the festivities, including in scenes from the |
| festival boasts over 3,000 species of orchids, | | | | Ramayana. Parades are includes in the festivities, |
| which are just coming into bloom. Other flowers | | | | and these feature both plants and animals native |
| that are included in this festival include the famous | | | | to the area. |
| Damask Rose, which only grows in Chiang Mai, as | | | | |