Another characteristic of Lanna that people notice immediately is the volume of artistry the culture is infused with. Chiang Mai has long been an arts center with areas like the Baan Tawai wood carvers’ enclave, and the Bor Sang umbrella-making village.
Architecture is another area of northern culture that grabs the eyes of visitors. For example, large structures such as the landmark Pratu Thapae Gate is typical for ancient walled cities in the area, with similar giant wooden gates in historic brick walls found in nearby cities such as Lamphun and Chiang Rai.