Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand is about 785 kilometers north of Bangkok. Situated on the Kok River basin, Chiang Rai covers an area of approximately 11,678 square meters with an average elevation of 580 meters above sea level.The province, which is located within the renowned Golden Triangle area where Myanmar, Laos and Thailand converge, is also known as the gateway to Mya
Doi Tung is located in Mae Fa Luang District and can be reached by taking Highway No.110 for about 48 kilometers and turning left onto Highway No. 1149, an asphalt road leading directly to Doi Tung. The route winds through beautiful scenery with many interesting sites including the Doi Tung Palace (Pra Tamnak Doi tung), the Mae Fa Luang Garden and Akha and Muser tribal villages. IN addition to sc
Bor Sang, on highway 1006 heading east from Chiang Mai, appears to be a typical sleepy rural village, the kind the tour bus speeds by giving you just a fleeting glimpse of its two-storey wooden houses. But hidden in the tiny lanes, villagers have perfected a craft that creates the country’s most famous umbrellas. For more than 100 years, the village has been associated with the production of u
Doi Mae Salong is the site of Santi Khiri village, a community settled by the former Chinese 93rd Division who moved from Myanmar to reside on Thai territory in 1961. The village became well known for its enchanting scenery and tranquil atmosphere. Today it is a major tourist attraction with its small-town ambience, delicious native Chinese dishes, small hotels and guesthouses catering to v
CHIANG RAI : General Information
Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand is about 785 kilometers north of Bangkok. Situated on the Kok River basin, Chiang Rai covers an area of approximately 11,678 square meters with an average elevation of 580 meters above sea level.
The HeadquartersDusit Island Resort - 271 rooms (45 suites)1129 Kraisorasit Road Vieng District, Amphur Muang, Chiang Rai.Chiang Rai's luxury refugium is set on an island on the Mae Kok. It's the ideal base from which to explore the rivers, jungles and mountains of Thailand's far north. The staff are charming, the management always obliging, the rooms luxurious. And it has lively restaurants, a pub and a large swimming pool overlooking the river.The hotel's decor and furnishings also reflect the diversity of northern Thai styles. For special functions, guests can enjoy traditional dining on the floor while leaning against multi-coloured triangular cushions. The Mae Kok River provides a spectacular natural backdrop visible from all the guest rooms, as well as from the rooftop restaurant, The Peak.The Resort & SpaPhowadol Resort and Spa183 Moo 3 Rimkok Subdistrict , ChiangraiPhowadol Resort and Spa is the newest and most modern boutique resort in Chiang Rai province, northern Tha
Picture: Elephant SafariMain Highlights and ActivitiesPhra That Doi Tung - A temple containing the left collar bone of the Buddha on top of the Doi Tung (highest in Chiang Rai), is a most important place of worship for Buddhists in the North. About 7 km from the temple is a beautiful royal residence built for the late Princess Mother in celebration of her 90th birthday in 1990.Chiang Saen Museum - It is famous for its invaluable Buddha images and antiques of the Chiang Saen Kingdom (11th-12th C.). It opens every day except Monday and Tuesday.Golden Triangle - This is the world-famous place where the borders of Thailand, Burma and Laos meet. The Ruak River from Burma joins the Mokong here.Hill tribes - Several Hill-tribes live in the mountainous areas around Chiang Rai, Mae Chan, Mae Sai and along the Kok River, each group having its own language, costume, customs, and religious beliefs.Doi Mae Salong - A Chinese Communists founded by the Nationalist Chinese Army when they fled from Yun
In a region where even the tuk-tuk drivers may address you as "Monsieur", it's tempting to link the French Connection to the mythical poppies in the hidden valleys and the supposed narcotics warlords in the dining rooms of the five-star hotels mushrooming across the notorious Golden Triangle. It seems more likely, however, that north Thailand's multilingual roots lie in the former French colonial presence across the Mekong River in Laos, rather than in the illicit trade routes fanning out across the globe to the world's great metropolises.Chiang Rai's dusty modernity belies its ancient history as an important trading center. It was founded as a walled city by King Mengrai in 1262, over thirty years before his 'New City' of Chiang Mai. Now linked to the outside world by air via Chiang Mai and bangkok, the little town sprawls along the neighbor, although Wat Kok River. It has fewer distinguished monasteries than its southern neighbor, although Wat Phra Kaew is a fine example of Lan
At 11:00 a.m. on October 19th, 11 people (4 American students, 4 Thai students, 1 professor, 1 staff member, and a driver) climbed into a single van headed for Chiang Rai province. The College Year in Thailand was heading on its first field trip. We drove north from Chiang Mai, through the rolling mountains and valleys. 5 hours and a lunch later we arrived at our hotel in Chiang Khong, located on the border of Thailand and Laos. Our hotel was located right on the Mekhong River and we quickly put our stuff away to get our first glimpse.~our first view of the Mekhong River~~a fisherman on the Mekhong River~~boats, in the Mekhong River, heading south~After relaxing for a bit, we set out for a walk around Chiang Khong. This rather small settlement has a much contested history and is worth a visit. The border has been opened to Laos at this location, in the not so distant past--so tourist can cross at this point. However, the atmosphere remains laid back. We checked out a couple of temples
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. In 1295, Prince Saen Phu built this temple to contain Buddha's relics. He also had 300 teak trees planted in the temple compound. Wat Pa Sak sits on 16 acre of land. There are 22 historic remains on the temple grounds. The main bell-shaped chedi has five tapering spires. The chedi at Wat Pa Sak are considered to be the best physical condition as well as the most beautiful of Lanna Style.The pattern and design on the chedi reflect artistic development in Chiang Saen, revealing its original adoption of Sukhothai, Pagan (Phukam), and Hariphunchai artistric styles. Through the process of cultural transformation, a unique Chiang Saen style was realized. It has since become the prototype of Lanna chedis.Related Tags: Chiangmai/Wat Pa Sak/Wat/thai tem
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Thailand’s most northerly province, Chiang Rai is located 785 kilometres from Bangkok and borders Myanmar in the north and Laos in the east. Built by King Mengrai in 1262 the province has a mainly mountainous terrain and helps form the ‘Golden Triangle’ around the Mekong River. Chiang Rai is a ...
