Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is a city in northern Thailand, in the mountainous province of the same name. They city is near the borders of Laos and Myanmar (formerly Burma). Wat Phra Kaew is a royal temple that once housed the jade Emerald Buddha and now displays a replica. Nearby, the Navel City Pillar is a monument made of more than 100 Khmer-style pillars. Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park is a museum showcasing Lanna artifacts.
Chiang Rai population consists of people of various ethnic backgrounds, including those from hill tribes and Chinese lineage. This factors into Chiang Tai’s unique traditions and makes the city an excellent and different location for tourists to experience.
Top 5 activities to do:
- Visit the White Temple
- Visit a Hill Tribe Village
- Take a Dip in a Hot Spring
- Take the Slow Boat to Laos
- Visit the Waterfalls
Top 5 attractions to visit:
- Chiang Rai Clock Tower
- Wat Rong Khun - White Temple
- Oub Kham Museum
- Doi Mae Salong
- Art Bridge Chiang Rai