Raya Heritage: Lanna Craftsmanship on the Ping River

Raya Heritage sits on the banks of the Ping River just outside Chiang Mai, a serene contemporary retreat that is a love letter to northern Thailand's Lanna culture. A Leading Hotels of the World Sustainability Leader, it commissions local artisans for its textiles, ceramics and architecture, and the same ethos runs through its kitchens.

The dining is rooted in the north. Khu Khao Restaurant, named for the threshing baskets of Lanna rice farmers, serves rustic-elegant regional cuisine built on local ingredients; Laan Cha Tea Terrace offers seasonal light dishes and a daily afternoon tea over the river; and Baan Ta Lounge & Lawn pours sophisticated cocktails riverside.

For a Chiang Mai stay steeped in authentic northern culture, Raya Heritage is a standout.

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