PAÑPURI
Nestled on the ground floor of Maya Shopping Center on Nimman Road, PAÑPURI is a Thai luxury wellness brand offering a curated range of organic skincare, aromatherapy, bath and body products, and fragrance collections. The brand draws on traditional Thai botanical knowledge and pairs it with contemporary formulations, making it a distinctive stop for travellers interested in high-quality natural beauty products with genuine local roots. Inside the boutique, visitors can expect a calm, refined atmosphere that stands in contrast to the busier retail floors surrounding it. The carefully presented product range includes everything from facial serums and body oils to scented candles and wellness gifts, many of which are elegantly packaged and well-suited as souvenirs or gifts. The Nimman area location makes it convenient to combine with the neighbourhood's many cafes, restaurants, and independent boutiques. Good to know: the boutique is open every day from 11:00 to 22:00, so it fits easily into both afternoon and evening plans. Maya Shopping Center is a well-known landmark in Chiang Mai and is straightforward to reach by ride-hailing apps or the red songthaew shared taxis that service the Nimman area. Visitors looking to purchase wellness or beauty products as gifts are advised to browse the full range in person, as the selection in-store may differ from what is available online.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After PAÑPURI, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Location Info
G floor, Maya Shopping Center Ground Floor Nimman Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand+66 65 940 4797www.panpuri.com/Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)