This structure is situated in the small ancient historical town of Chiang Saen, a former principality of the kingdom of Lanna. It is located just…

The Wat Phra That Chom Kitti is situated in the small ancient historical town of Chiang Saen, a former principality of the kingdom of Lanna.…

Located 4 kilometres along the Chaing Saen-Chaing Khong road, this temples hilltop pagoda offers a spectacular view of the Mekong River and Laos. Built uniquely…

The Hall of Opium draws visitors into the mysterious world of opium, taking them on a ‘journey’ that sheds light on the more than 5,000…

The King Mengrai Festival This festival is held from January 26 – February 1 every year. The festival features parades, cultural performances and competitions celebrating…

The Lychee Fair This is held annually in May. Celebrating the provinces tastiest fruit, this fair features agricultural displays and exhibitions, local handicrafts, folk entertainment…

The Songkran Festival Traditional Thai New year celebrations are best seen at Chiang Saen where 4 nations (Thailand, Laos, China and Myanmar) compete in boat…

At Karen Ruammit village just outside of Chiang Rai Town is an elephant camp cared by the Karen hill tribesmen. Elephants can be hired for…

The area of Chiang Khong is well known for the freshwater plabuek catfish, which can attain lengths of 2.5 metres and weights of 300 kilogrammes,…

The boat can be hired from Chiang Saen to travel upstream to the Golden Triangle, and downstream to Chiang Khong. The trip to the Golden…

Hill tribes have played a substantial role in the history of the Far North and continues to do so. In Chiang Rai and the other…

This picturesque village is one of the most accessible Akha settlements in Chiang Rai province,and is located on the way to the summit of Doi…