Lanna Folklife Museum Tourism

Type of destination: Museum

The Lanna Folklife Museum is a cultural museum located in the heart of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Situated in the historic district, it is housed in a beautiful white colonial-style building, which was once the Provincial Court of Chiang Mai. The museum serves as a vital center for the preservation and presentation of the Lanna culture and heritage. 'Lanna' refers to the kingdom that was centered in Northern Thailand from the 13th to 18th centuries. The museum's exhibits showcase a range of Lanna artifacts, local handicrafts, textiles, religious relics, and traditional household items, giving visitors a deep insight into the rich history and way of life of the northern Thai people. It's an excellent place to learn about the local beliefs, arts, crafts, and customs. Interactive displays and informative placards offer descriptions in both Thai and English, making it accessible to international tourists. The museum's tranquil environment and well-curated exhibits provide a peaceful escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

Top 5 Reviews on Lanna Folklife Museum

covidbusters

Wrote on 10th Jan, 2024

Not what I expected.

This museum is mostly devoted to Buddhism and textiles. I was hoping to learn more about Folklife! Unless you are really interested in those two, it might be underwhelming.

Leonhkny

Wrote on 23rd Sep, 2023

Informative

This museum, housed in a former courthouse, offers an illustrative glimpse of Lanna culture and traditions. It provides an introduction to the distinctive features of northern Thai architecture and re..

U8017HVanthonyd

Wrote on 11th Jun, 2023

Well worth visiting

Very thoughtfully put together with some insights into life in the historical lives of Lanna people. Stunning mural depicts this. Only minor downside is that it is a quick walk around so you might wan..

banskoman

Wrote on 24th Feb, 2023

Well laid out but fairly light on content

Interesting and well laid out covering some aspects of N Thai culture and religion. Lacks depth to make it excellent but still worth a visit

Euroalan

Wrote on 20th Feb, 2023

Interesting and extremely well laid out

We discovered this museum on the map and thought it looked interesting. It is quite large but extremely well laid out if you follow the arrows on the floor. It provides a good history of how Chiang Ma..