This is So Chiang Mai｜Cafe Arte

This is So Chiang Mai｜Cafe Arte If I could only recommend one café in Chiang Mai, it would undoubtedly be Cafe Arte. In this era where appearances matter, its stunning aesthetic is its ultimate weapon. Chiang Mai is a slow-paced city, with narrow alleys hiding countless unique little shops. Cafe Arte suddenly appears by the roadside, its unassuming small door leading to a courtyard with a few sets of tables and chairs. A small white building nestled among green trees looks exceptionally fresh. Step inside, and you'll find an elegantly rustic interior. The first floor is the café, also serving Western-style breakfast; the second floor has three guest rooms, offering a uniquely charming stay. The café's tables are all set by the windows, where the greenery outside spills onto the tabletops through the white frames. Order a cup of coffee and some snacks, and savor them bathed in sunlight. The Thai staff taking orders speak so softly that guests instinctively lower their voices in response. The people of Chiang Mai leave an impression of calmness and ease, unhurried and serene—perhaps a reflection of the city's deep Buddhist roots. On the way to the café, I saw a man and woman kneeling by the roadside to pay respects to a passing monk. Only after the monk had walked by did they rise and continue on their way. Everything unfolded so naturally and harmoniously on this Chiang Mai morning.