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 King
Meng Rai the Great Monument
 This is located on the city
outskirts, beside the northern road to Mae Chan, and honours the monarch who founded Chaing Rai in 1262.
Ku Phra Chao Meng Rai
Situated in Wat Ngam Muang, on Ngam Muang Hillock, this stupa contains King Mengrai's ashes and relics.
Wat Phra That Doi
Thong
This ancient hilltop pagoda overlooks the Mae Kok River and predates the founding of Chiang Rai as the capital of Lanna
Thai.
Wat Phra Singha
This temple, on Singhakhlai Road, is a fine example of Lanna Thai religious architecture. The Phra Buddha Singh image now
hourse in Chaing Mai's Wat Phra Singh was formerly enshrined here.
Wat Phra Kaew
 Located behind Wat Phra Singha, this temple is said to have
been the original place where the Emerald Buddha.( now venerated in Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaew Chapel of the Emerald Buddha).
Haad Chiang Rai
Located 4 kilometres from the city, this scenic riverside area and promenade is a recreatioin area for local inhabitants.
Mae Kok River
Known in Thai as Maenam Kok, this scenic 130-kilometre long waterway runs through the heart of Chiang Rai. The river is a
major transportation artery from neighboring Chaing Mai province, especially the town of Tha Ton (180 kilometres north of
Chaing Mai provincial capital), whence tong-tailed boats make the 3-4 hour journey every day at 12.30 PM (Chaing Rai-Tha
Ton: 10.30 AM). The river passes several hilltribe settlements and elephant camps from where jungle treks originate.
Khun Korn
Forest Park Waterfall
Located 30 kilometres south of Chiang Rai provincial capital, along Routes 1211 & 1208, the 70-metre high Khun Korn
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Mae Chan |
Laan
Tong Mekong Basin Cultural Park
Located at 99 Moo 13, KM 12, Taton- Partung Rd., Tambol Partung Amphoe Maechan Chiangrai 57110., Tel.(6653) 772127,
772135, 772475. Fax.(6653) 771855See the beauty of nature surrounding with
forest and plenty of beautiful flowers. Amazing with the largest gong in the world, watching the 6 grand nations
performence. Historical with ethnic group of Mekong Basin, refreshing with our waterfall. Fulfill your desire with
delicious foods at Laan Tong Mekong Basin Cultural Park.
Open Daily :08.00 A.M. - 06.00 P.M. Show : Morning 11.00 A.M. Afternoon 02.00 P.M.
Hilltribe
Development & Welfare Centre
15 kilometres along the route to Doi Mae Salong, the centre aids and administers local hilltribe settlements. Hilltribe
handicrafts, including woven cloth and silverware, are on sale. |
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Mae Fah Luang |
 Doi
Mae Salong
Located some 40 kilometres from Mae Chan, along Route 1089, a mountaintop settlement known as Santi Khiri is home to
descendants of Chinese Nationalist soldiers who fled to, and settled in Thailand, in 1940. Mountainside plantations of
coffee, and fruit orchards, provide scenic variety. The area is particularly picturesque in December and January when Thai
cherry trees are in blossom. Accommodation, restuarants and opportunities for horse - riding and trekking number among
major attractions |
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| Doi
Tung |
 This
northernmost Thai mountain contains sveral scenic spots, including the Doi Tung Royal Villa, the Mae Fah Luang Botanical
Garden, the mountaintop Wat Phrathat Doi Tung which affords a spectacular view of the surrounding area, and contains
Buddha relics,and various hilltribe villages in natural settings.
Pamee Akha Village
This picturesque village is one of the most accessible Akha settlements in Chiang Rai province,and is located on the way
to the summit of Doi Tung. |
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Mae Sai |
Mae
Sai
This border town faces Myanmar across the Mae Sai River, and is located 61 kilometres north of Chiang Rai on Highway No.
110. Numerous shopping opportunities exist for popular Thai, Burmese and Chinese goods.
Khun Nam-Nang Non
(Lagoon of the Sleeping Lady)
Located 12 kilometres before reaching Mae Sai Community Centre along a 2-kilometre spur road, natural rock formations
resemble a reclining female to give the tree shaded area its name.
Tham Pum-Tham Pla
(Reed & Fish Caverns)
Located 1 kilometre north of the Sleeping Lady Lagoon, and 1.8 kilometres from Highway No. 110, these caves are known for
their spectacular interiors.
Tham Phayanak
Located within a few hundred metres from the Reed & Fish Caverns, this cave is regarded as being especially beautiful
thanks to its multi-culoured rocks.
Tham Pha Chom
Located 2.5 kilometres west of Mae Sai, this cave is noted for its beautiful stalactites, and as a place of meditation. |
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Chiang Saen |
Chiang
Saen
This riverside town facing the Mekong River is 30 kilometres from Mae Chan via Highway No. 1016, predates Chiang Rai and
is famous for a special style of Buddha image.Chiang
Saen National Museum
This petite museum exhibits local objets dํart, including Chiang Saen-style Buddha images and Lanna Thai artifacts. The
museum is open on Wednesdays - Sundays from 9.00 AM until 4.00 PM, except national holidays.
Wat Phra That
Chedi Luang
This ancient 88-metre high brick pagoda, next to the museum, is the tallest religious monument in Chaing Rai.
Wat Pa Sak
Located outside the city walls, some 200 metres from the Tourist Service Centre, this deserted temple, with ornamental
stucco motifs, is regarded as being one of the most beautiful examples of Lanna architecture in northern Thailand.
Wat Phra That Chom
Kitti
This hilltop temple has a pagoda containing a Buddha relic.
Wat Phra That
Pha-Ngao
Located 4 kilometres along the Chaing Saen-Chaing Khong road, this temples hilltop pagoda offers a spectacular view of the
Mekong River and Laos.
Chaing Saen Lake
South of Chaing Saen, along Highway No. 1016 (a 2-kilometre trip from the Km. 27 marker), this one square kilometre lake
hosts migratory waterfowl during the winter months. Birds are seen at their best and most plentiful from November through
February. Accommodation and watersports facilities are available.
 The
Golden Triangle
8 kilometres north of Chaing Saen, this riverside area marks the spot where the borders of Thailand, Myammar and Laos
converge.
Wat Phra That Doi
Pu Khao
This riverside temple near the Sop Ruak Market, offers a spectacular view of the Golden Triangleํs riverine and mountain
areas.
Mekong River
Trips
Boats can be hired from Chaing Saen to travel upstream to the Golden Triangle, and downstream to Chiang Khong. The trip to
the Golden Triangle takes some 30 minutes, the trip to Chiang Khong about 1 hour and 30 minutes depending on river
currents and water levels. |
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Chiang Khong |
Chiang
Khong
located 53 kilometres east of Chiang Saen, (and 114 kilometres northeast of Chaing Rai provincial capital), this
settlement faces Laos across the Mekong River. Local tour operators can arrange fortourists to visit Laos.
Baan Haad Klai
Marks the Chiang Khong area where the freshwater plabuek catfish, which can attain lengths of 2.5 metres and weights of
300 kilogrammes, are caught between April 18 and early June each year.
Baan Haad Bai
25 kilometres along the Chaing Saen-Chaing Khong raod, this Thai Lue community is best known for its hand woven cotton. |
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Wiang Kaen |
Doi
Pa Tang
Some 32 kilometres from Amphoe Wiang Kaen (127 kilometres from Chiang Rai provincial capital), this scenic mountain
location hosts Chinese, Hmong and Yao ethnic minorities, During January and February, the area is rendered even more
picturesque thanks to cheery blossom and mountain mists. |
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Thoeng |
Phu
Chee Fah
This mountain, 25 kilometres south of Doi Pa Tang, provides scenic views of Laos, and during February is dotted with white
wild flowers known as Dok Sieo. |
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Phan |
Doi
Luang National Park
This forested park, some 65 kilometres south of the provincial capital, covers an area of 1,170 square kilometres, and
extends into areas of Chaing Mai, Lampang and Phayao provinces. A major attraction is the Phu Kaeng Waterfall. Amphoe Mae
Cham. |
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Tourism Authority of Thailand |
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