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| Living in Chiang Mai |
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Chiang Mai is Thailand's second city and
the capital of the North. Residents speak
highly of its quality of life, pointing
out that it has all of the amenities of
Bangkok without the traffic congestion
and pollution, and with a lower cost
of living. Not surprisingly, the city has
a thriving international community.
Chiang Mai is noted for its beautiful
setting, with mountains and national
parks nearby. The whole area is rich in
cultural history and abounds in reminders of the
Lanna kingdom that formerly spread over an area
encompassing parts of present-day
Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam and China.
A link to one of the many web sites with
information about Chiang Mai is provided
here.
Payap University has institutes at several locations in the city. The Graduate School is located on the Mae Khao campus, some 4 kilometers from the old city center.
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Costs
In Chiang Mai reasonable accommodation for people living alone can be found for 4,000 - 5,000 baht (approximately US $100-125) per month. Many TESOL students stay in single rooms close to the university for around 2,500 baht (approximately US $65) per month. Depending on the accommodation you choose and your lifestyle, typical living expenses might amount to around 8,000-10,000 baht (approximately US $200-250) per month.
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