The Presidential Palace, a fascinating fusion of Western and Chinese architectural styles, offers a glimpse into China's Republican era. This 600-year-old palace was once the office of Dr Sun Yat-sen, President of the Republic of China. While the architecture is deeply influenced by Western styles, the palace garden was constructed in a classic Chinese manner. The fusion of these two styles makes it an excellent representation of the Republican period's culture. Today, it houses the China Modern History Museum.

The Nanjing Museum holds the distinction of being the first national museum in China. Even today, it remains one of the largest museums in China, with over 400,000 items in its permanent collection. The museum's palatial architecture is breathtaking, encompassing a historical area and art gallery with a total of 12 exhibition halls. Some of the most precious ancient artefacts are exhibited here, making it a must-see for history enthusiasts. An important Chinese art masterpiece, “Story of the Grand Capital”, is digitally animated and projected onto textured backgrounds.

The Post Office was built in 1895 during the era of the gold rush. The interior has been modified, but the outside still features the originally constructed street frontages with colonnades on both levels and a central clock tower.

Chiang Mai is famous for its cooking classes, so seize the opportunity to learn how to cook real Thai food while you are here. Visit an organic farm, where you will delve into the art of Thai cuisine from field to plate. Engage in hands-on learning as you cultivate herbs and vegetables, gaining invaluable insights into sustainable farming practices. Then, under the guidance of expert chefs, immerse yourself in a cooking class where you will master the intricacies of crafting traditional dishes like curry paste, stir-fry, soup, and spring rolls.