The Reason to be in Chiang Mai for TEFL Thailand Course
Chiang Mai is Thailand's second-largest city to the north of Thailand is a
captivating and popular training location of American TESOL Institute for
the TEFL Certificate Program.
Despite being more than 700 years old and filled with 300 Buddhist temples,
situated at an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea-level, Chiang
Mai is pictured as the "new city" for the TEFL Trainees. While coming here
for the course, the TESOL / TEFL trainees learn that Chiang Mai history
lives on in its original square, surrounded by a moat, sections of fortified
wall and restored entrance gates. The temples atop mountains, offering
sweeping valley views, night markets are treasure trove of cultural and
natural bounty that unfailingly appeals to people from different parts of
the world to come here for the TESOL course and settle here for a teaching
career. But boutique hotels and modern amenities are plentiful.
In stark contrast to the fast paced and uproarious life of the other cities
of Thailand, Chiang Mai is generally calm and composed and is known to
attract those TEFL trainees who wish to explore a place set across the
striking mountain backdrop and filled with Thai historical aura all around.
Both local and international TESOL trainees are fascinated by Chiang’s Mai’s
charm and hospitable atmosphere. The internationally-flavored city has much
to offer the TEFL students - Local culture on display at the museums, food,
top quality accommodation, shopping and the rollicking Night Bazaar.
Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with astounding scenery
depict Chiang Mai as one of Asia's most wondrous and sensational tourist and
TESOL destinations. This rich tapestry portrays Chiang Mai as one of the
most admired TEFL locations as well where the TESOL course can be blended
with innumerable tourist activities.
The Attraction and Why You Should Choose Chiang Mai for TEFL Course
Chiang Mai exposes the TESOL trainees to never-ending range of options where
one can roam around the calm serenity of lanes of the old town admiring the
beautiful temples and rustic old fashioned lifestyle of the locals or simply
sit beside the pretty moat and watch the world go by. While absorbing the
valuable inputs provided on EFL teaching in the classroom by a dynamic TESOL
on one hand, the TEFL trainees after their lessons can visit the intriguing
hill-tribe villages, seek our superb waterfalls and admire fabulous other
views on Doi Suthep. Wandering the windy, narrow lanes of the old town and
seek out the pretty moat with its ancient bastions can be a good spare time
activities for allt hose who want to come to Thailand for taking the TESOL
Course organized by American TESOL Institute.
The city dates back 700 years and many historic structures have been well
preserved. Chedi Luang which stands in the town centre and the Tribal Museum
- offer a glimpse into the culture of the major hill tribes of Thailand.
Here, TEFL trainees find a massive collection of handicrafts, costumes,
jewellery, ornaments, utensils, tools, musical instruments and ceremonial
paraphernalia. Wiang Kum Kam was the earliest historical settlement in the
Chiang Mai area and the excavated ruins are worth seeing for all the
trainees who enroll for the TESOL batch here. Bo Sang village is almost
entirely devoted to the manufacture and sale of beautiful umbrellas and al
your TESOL candidates can see how the umbrellas are made and decorated.
The Peak Rock-Climbing Plaza, one of the largest rock-climbing walls in
Southeast Asia evokes great interest amongst action and adventure loving
TESOL trainees. The best way in which the TESOL trainees can relax after the
day’s lessons at the TEFL training centre is to visit dozens of traditional
Thai massage centers all around the city and indulge in the famous Thai
massages which are therapeutic and relaxing.
Besides taking up ATI’s TESOL Certificate Program, Chiang Mai is also an
ideal place to delve into Thai culture. With the advent of the a variety of
interesting hill-tribes, have come unusual customs and colorful
costumes/dress that guarantee to interest the international tourist on their
academic tour of a TEFL course in Chiang Mai.
Many TESOL trainees use Chiang Mai as a base for mountain treks, especially
to visit the hill tribes that live in the surrounding area. Spicy Thai food
is extremely popular amongst TEFL trainees. Chiang Mai is also helps all the
interested TESOL candidates to learn about Buddhism and mediation. The Night
Bazaar is a popular place of visit for the TEFL student during their stay
here and famous place to shop for bargains and souvenirs. Those who are
willing to participate in the 3 weeks’ TESOL batch in Chiang Mai must
indulge in buying the beautiful handicrafts of silk, silver and wood
available at several blocks between the eastern moat and river and also
visit the Anusarn Night Market, down Charoen Prathet road, where more
hill-tribe goods in authentic traditional styles are available.
The TESOL courses conducted by American TESOL Institute in Chiang Mai
promise to breathe in a fresh lease of life in the TEFL enrollees by
offering a thrilling atmosphere keeping the boredom and monotonous life far
away.
For the historically and culturally inclined TEFL trainees, Thailand’s
tribal history and culture will surely fascinate them, the nature loving
TESOL trainee will find the rain forests to be a haven of biodiversity while
the traveler in a TEFL student will marvel at the ethnic food, friendly
people and laid back life. On offer at the market or Night Bazaar, all you
TEFL trainees would find exclusive collection of northern and
northeastern-Thai hand-woven fabrics, hill-tribe crafts, opium scales, hats,
silver jewelers, lacquer ware, woodcarvings, iron and bronze Buddha, as well
as many other items.
Wat Chiang Man, the oldest wat in the city with mind-boggling features of
typical Northern Thai temple architecture evoke great interest amongst TESOL
candidates. The Tribal Museum has a large collection of handicrafts,
costumes, jewellery, ornaments, utensils, tools, musical instruments and
ceremonial paraphernalia, all offering insights into the cultural features
of the major hill tribes of Thailand. Besides adapting to the teaching
skills at TEFL classroom, Chiang Mai proves to be a true cultural learning
experience for the visitors working towards an international certification.
CHIANG MAI On the Tourist Map
While coming here to participate the TESOL Course, the would be TESOL
trainers make it a point to visit the The Elephant Nature Park , a center
for elephants which are revered as sacred animals by the Thais and is
visible everywhere in Thailand.
A TESOL trainee can find all options from trekking hills to river rafting
after arriving in Chiang Mai. An interesting way of spending weekends in
between TESOL courses is to opt for a day trip in Mae Taeng.
A visit to the Umbrella Village will be worth it for the TEFL enrollees
where they can watch the demonstration on umbrella manufacturing out of the
bark to the end process. They also have a great gift shop and the prices are
reasonable for the TESOL trainees to pick up as souvenirs.
Chiang Mai has a plethora of temples which are architecturally different
form the temples in other parts of Thailand. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, is
located high on the hills above Chiang Mai, this magnificent temple was
commissioned by King Kuena, ruler of the region from 1367-1388.
