Thai govt pushes Chiang Mai for World Heritage status


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BANGKOK: The Ministry of Culture is advancing efforts to have Chiang Mai designated as a Unesco World Heritage site, aligning with the government’s strategy to elevate Thai tourism and soft power globally.

This year, the ministry is pursuing its objectives through four policies, three approaches, and two models towards one goal: positioning Thailand as a top destination for cultural, artistic, and religious tourism.

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