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Chiang Rai Phayao Phrae Nan Phrathat Doi Tung CONTENTS Chiang Rai Phayao Phrae Nan Phrathat Doi Tung CONTENTS CHIANG RAI 8 City Attractions 9 Out-of-city Attractions 13 Special Events 22 Interesting Activities 22 Local Products 23 How to Get There 23 PHAYAO 24 City Attractions 25 Out-of-city Attractions 27 Local Products 38 How to Get There 38 PHRAE 40 City Attractions 41 Out-of-city Attractions 42 Special Events 44 Local Products 45 How to Get There 45 NAN 46 City Attractions 47 Out-of-city Attractions 48 Special Event 54 Local Product 55 How to Get There 55 Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Phayao Phrae Nan Republic of the Union of Myanmar Mae Hong Son Chiang Mai Bangkok Lamphun Lampang Mae Hong Son Chiang Mai Lamphun Lampang Doi Pha Tang Chiang Rai Located 785 kilometres north of Bangkok, Chiang Rai is the capital of Thailand’s northern most province. At an average elevation of nearly 600 metres above sea level and covering an area of approximately 11,700 square kilometres, the province borders Myanmar to the north and Lao PDR to the north and northeast. The area is largely mountainous, with peaks rising to 1,500 metres above sea level. Flowing through the hill ranges are several rivers with the most important being the Kok River, near which the city of Chiang Rai is situated. In the far north of the province is the area known as the Golden Triangle, where the Mekong and Ruak Rivers meet to form the Oub Kham Museum borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Lao PDR. Inhabiting the highlands are ethnic hill-tribes centre. The extensive collection of valuable like the Akha, Lahu, Karen, and Hmong. artefacts at this museum includes objects The region boasts a long history with small from the areas once belonging to or aliated kingdoms dating back to the pre-Thai period, with the Lanna kingdoms encompassing while the city of Chiang Rai was founded in northern Thailand and some parts of northeast 1262 by King Mengrai. It was temporarily Myanmar, southwest China and Vietnam. the capital of Mengrai’s Lanna Kingdom until Apart from objects used in rituals, the collection being superseded by Chiang Mai. Today, Chiang mainly consists of objects used at the royal Rai is a charming city that provides the courts including lacquer ware, silver jewellery perfect base for exploring the scenic and and clothing with the most notable one cultural attractions of Thailand’s far north. being a golden bowl. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Tel. +66 5371 3349 or CITY ATTRACTIONS www. oubkhammuseum.com King Mengrai Monument Wat Phra Kaeo Commemorating the founder of Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaeo, located on Trairat Road on the the monument should be the first place to northwest side of town, is the best known of visit, since locals believe that respect should be the northern temples. It once housed the paid to King Mengrai before travelling further. Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most important It is located at the intersection that leads to Buddha statue which was discovered in 1444. Mae Chan in the middle of the Chiang Rai city. The statue had been moved by various state rulers to be placed in their capitals including Oub Kham Museum Lampang, Chiang Rai and Vientiane before Oub Kham Museum is located near Den Ha finally being enshrined in Bangkok’s royal market, around one kilometre from the town Chiang Rai 9 Wat Phra Sing Wat Rong Khun Wat Phra Kaeo. The Chiang Saen style ubosot is at the top of the hill surrounds the new city now housing a green jade replica of the Emerald pillar, built to commemorate the 725th Buddha image, along with the 700-year old anniversary of the city and King Bhumibhol’s bronze statue of Phra Chao Lan Thong. 60th birthday. Wat Phra Sing Wat Rong Khun Wat Phra Sing is located near the town hall and Wat Rong Khun is also known as the White it was used to house a major Buddha statue, Temple. Whereas most temples visited by the Phra Phuttha Sihing, which is now tourists have a history going back many enshrined in Chiang Mai. The special feature centuries, this magnicent place of worship of this temple is the Lanna-style Ubosot and was built only recently. It is the realisation the wooden door panels carved by Chiang Rai of a dream for Thailand’s noted artist, contemporary craftsmen. Chalermchai Kositpipat, who designed and is supervising the construction of this beautiful Wat Phrathat Doi Chom Thong white temple and its many statues of gures The temple sits atop a hill above the north- based on religious beliefs. In addition, there is west side of town, up a steep staircase a gallery nearby exhibiting his paintings. To get o Kraisonrasit Road, oering a panoramic view there from the city of Chiang Rai, drive north of the town and Mae Kok Valley. Situated on the along Asia Highway. bank of the Kok River, this location is believed to be chosen by King Mengrai the Great Singha Park as his new Lanna Capital. Its chedi containing Situated just 12 kilometres from Chiang Rai In- what is believed to be the oldest Holy Relic ternational Airport, this agro-tourism attraction was probably renovated at the same time that is home to one of the largest tea plantations in the town was being built. The circle of columns Thailand. The site also provides a wide range 10 Chiang Rai Rai Mae Fah Luang of interests, be they fun tours around the farm To get there, from the city of Chiang Rai, take and open zoo, a ne restaurant to enjoy savoury Phahonyothin Rd. and turn left at the Baandam international and local dishes plus stunning Nanglae sign. views, picnic areas, and scenic cycling routes. Kok River Besides, adventure enthusiasts are invited to get excited with the exhilarating Singha Park Being one of the most scenic attractions zipline and a rock climbing tower. For further in Chiang Rai, this 130-kilometre long information, please contact Tel. +66 5317 2870, river is a major transportation artery from +66 6 2594 2862, +66 9 1890 7394 or www. neighbouring Chiang Mai province, especially singhapark.com. the town of Tha Ton. It runs from Thathon in northern Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai City Baandam Museum and then flows on to meet the Mekong Baandam Museum is where the famous Thai River at Chiang Khong. From Ban Tha Ton, artist, Thawan Duchanee, resides and exhibits boats, rafts and treks leave daily venturing his intriguing creation of arts in black. The into the surrounding mountains where cluster of 35 houses within the area of is the jungle dips into the river’s cool waters. decorated with exquisite carved wood, horn A long-tailed boat can be hired to ferry visitors and unique structural designs. The masterpiece up and down the river. Stops can be made at of this museum is the Maha Wihan displaying Akha or Iko, Lisu and Karen hill-tribe villages. a collection of rare artefacts. Open everyday from Alternatively visitors may stop by at an elephant 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. and 1.00 p.m.-5.00 p.m. camp, a hotspring, a riverside Lahu village, and Chiang Rai 11 Doi Wawi the Buddha cave, which is a temple within for you a very impressive experience. For further a cavern. information, please contact Tel. (6653) 16 6623, (668) 8418 5431 or www.artbridgechiangrai. Rai Mae Fah Luang org. Rai Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park is a centre of Lanna Studies, featuring beautiful Namtok Khun Kon Forest Park Lanna architecture and valuable artefacts in Namtok Tok Khun Kon Forest Park can order to conserve and promote Lanna be reached by taking Highway No.1211 heritage. The 5 exhibit areas are Botanical from Chiang Rai town. After travelling Gardens and Nature Park, Ho Kham or the 18 kilometres turn right and proceed for Golden Pavilion, Ho Kham Noi (Small Golden another 12 kilometres. Alternatively, you Pavilion), Sala Kaeo (a ceremonial space for can drive along Highway No. 1 (Chiang Rai- Lanna rituals), and Ho Kaeo (the gallery that Phayao) for about 15 kilometres, turn right displays Lanna Cultural Arts). Open daily from and proceed for another 17 kilometres, 8.00 a.m - 5.00 p.m. except Monday. then take a 30-minute walk to the waterfall. The 70-metre high Khun Kon or Tat Mok Art Bridge Chiang Rai Waterfall is the highest and most beautiful in Art Bridge Chiang Rai is a privately funded art the province. Surrounded with dense woods, gallery that boasts a variety of art collections the area is an ideal spot for hiking. elaborately created by renowned local and foreign artists. Art workshops, a cozy restaurant, and choices of souvenirs are waiting to create 12 Chiang Rai Doi Chang Chiang Khong OUT-OF-CITY ATTRACTIONS cli. This place is especially beautiful during winter when visitors can see the spectacular Doi Wawi sea of fog over the valley below the mountain Once an outpost for the Kuomintang soldier range. A four-wheel drive is required to get (93 division), Doi Wawi is the location of Wawi there as the 20-kilometre driveway from Doi Village in Mae Suai District which is one of Lao-li to get to the top of the mountain is quite the most renowned U-long tea plantations in rough, but visitors will get to observe the Akha Thailand Doi Wawi is also a home to several and Yao village along the way.
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