When you come to Chiang Mai you will hear plenty about the Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden or the Rajapreuk Royal Flora Garden: what you may not have discovered, however, is the hidden gem called the Tweechol Botanical Garden. Opened in 2005, the garden was built as a showcase for a horticulturist enthusiast couple to showcase their work and passion. It is located out of town, on the Doi Saket-Chiang Mai highway, which places it as a considerable distance from the town center. So while you may not want to stay at the resort attached to this garden, you might want to consider taking a trip there to look at the garden itself.
Divided into various sections, the center of this garden revolves around four domes: orchids, wild orchids, anthurium, bromeliads, cacti, and succulents. Of particular note is Dome 2, which features ferns, palms, and various other plants which combine with the artificial waterfall gives you the ambience of adventuring through a tropical rainforest. Dome 3 is also another worth visiting, as it brings you some of the most exotic flowers and plants rarely seen outside documentaries. All domes are contained in artificial