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San Kamphaeng

San Kamphaeng stretches east from Chiang Mai city toward the San Kamphaeng Hot Springs and the Borsang umbrella-making village. The district is known for traditional crafts — silk weaving, paper umbrellas, celadon pottery — and an authentically rural Northern Thai atmosphere. It's one of the most affordable areas near Chiang Mai, making it attractive for buyers wanting large plots of land. Rural Thai lifestyle with rice paddies, temples, and local markets San Kamphaeng Hot Springs — natural mineral springs and spa facilities Borsang village — traditional umbrella painting, popular tourist attraction 20-30 minutes to Chiang Mai city center via Route 1006 Among the most affordable near Chiang Mai. Houses: 2–5 million THB. Land: 1–3 million THB per rai. Rental houses: 8,000–20,000 THB/month. Great value for those comfortable with a more rural setting.