Attractions — Chiang Rai

Attraction

Doi Mae Salong

Doi Mae Salong · Doi Mae Salong

C

Attraction

Phra Phuttha Nawa Lan Tue (Big Golden Buddha)

Phra Phuttha Nawa Lan Tue (Big Golden Buddha) · Phra Phuttha Nawa Lan Tue (Big Golden Buddha)

C

Attraction

Enjoy River Pier, Golden Triangle

Enjoy River Pier, Golden Triangle · Enjoy River Pier, Golden Triangle

C

Ferries and small boats run to neighboring Myanmar to a market where you can buy almost anything (clothing, souvenirs, food) at low prices. You can get here on an organized tour or independently by renting a car from any rental company.

Attraction

Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Saen

Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Saen · Wat Pa Sak, Chiang Saen

C

Ancient ruins dating from the 7th century.

Attraction

Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle · Golden Triangle

C

The site where the borders of three countries — Thailand, Myanmar and Laos — meet at the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak rivers. Since the mid-20th century the area has been known as the Golden Triangle (also referred to as the 'opium' triangle). It was one of the world's major opium-producing regions. A Golden Triangle monument stands here.

Attraction

Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)

Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) · Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)

C

The famous and spectacular 'White Temple'.

Attraction

Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple)

Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple) · Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple)

C

The blue temple.

Attraction

Wat Huay Pla Kang

Wat Huay Pla Kang · Wat Huay Pla Kang

C

A temple with a viewing platform.