Must see attractions in Chiang Rai Province

This temple appears contemporary but probably dates back at least 500 years. Extensive remodelling in the early 1990s has left several structures in the…

The seven-spired chedi (stupa) at Wat Jet Yot is similar to that of its Chiang Mai namesake but is without stucco ornamentation. Of more aesthetic…

Dating to 2002, this is one of Thailand’s youngest national parks. The area is home to waterfalls and, most notably, a hot spring. The latter is a short…

The ruins of the Buddhist Wat Chedi Luang feature an 18m octagonal chedi (stupa) in the classic Chiang Saen or Lanna style. Archaeologists argue about its…

South of the turn-off to the KMT general’s tomb is the Chinese Martyr’s Memorial Museum, a Chinese-style building that houses some underwhelming displays…

The hot water from this natural spring has been redirected into a communal pool; for a more private experience, rooms are also available (50B to 80B). Ban…

Wat Prathat Pukhao provides the best viewpoint of the Mekong junction of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. There are steps up to the temple next to the House of…

An all-day market forms at the southern end of town and unites vendors selling hill-people's handicrafts, shops selling tea and a few basic restaurants.

Chiang Rai's 'main' clock tower lights up at night and is a popular photo opportunity.

Chiang Rai's main market for fresh produce. It's busiest in the morning.

Buddhist ruins in Chiang Saen.

The first sight you’ll inevitably see in Sop Ruak is Phra Chiang Saen Si Phaendin, a giant Buddha statue financed by a Thai-Chinese foundation. The statue…

Chiang Khong's morning market is the place to come for fresh produce.

Chiang Khong's afternoon market offers a variety of fresh produce.

The historic main gateway to Chiang Saen’s western flank.

Buddhist temple in the centre of Chiang Khong.

A riverside Buddhist temple in Chiang Khong.

The older of Chiang Rai's two clock towers.

Protestant church in central Chiang Rai.

A Buddhist temple in Chiang Khong.