Guide de voyageTripadvisor

Top 9 must- go tourist attractions at Chiang Rai, Thailand

31/05/2020 872 Views
Chiang Rai is a land of ancient values of Thailand. Along with Chiang Mai, this city was the center of the glittering Lanna dynasty hundreds of years ago. Today, Chiang Rai is still an ancient, colorful space of Thailand with activities, temples to discover.

King Mengrai Monument

King Mengrai - the great emperor established Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai and opened a flourishing and glorious period in the Lanna Kingdom. His monument is also a highlight and welcome symbol you to the northern city of Chiang Rai. The large-sized statue of Sultan Mengrai is guarded by three giant gold Lanna flags in the back. It will also be the first thing you see when approaching the city from Highway 1 (Phaholyothin Highway). 


Local people often stop here to show their respect to the King before continuing their journey. This is a great place to relax or buy some souvenirs from the nearby handicraft center. If you have come to the city, surely you must have a photo taken with this famous statue.


Chiang Rai Clock Tower

This watch tower is extremely unique because of its details engraved in gold. Located between the intersection of Phaholyothin Road and Banpaprakan Road, the tower was built in 2008 to honor King Bhumibhol Adulyadej.


Every evening at 7 o'clock, 8 o'clock and 9 o'clock, the clock tower will "come alive" and show the lights and sounds accompanying. You can come here and admire talents in the art of carving by Thai artists.
Location: Between Phaholyothin Road and Banpaprakan Road.

Wat Phra Kaew

If you've ever been to Wat Phra Kaew Bangkok, visit the same temple in Chiang Rai. However, not as splendid as Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, the Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai is more peaceful. This is the place where the emerald Buddha - the famous national security of Thailand.


Known as Wat Pay Ya (Temple of the Bamboo Forest) until a stormy night in 1434, a thunder struck the main temple, cracking everything and revealing the Emerald Buddha. The Buddha was then transferred to Lampang, Chiang Mai, LLuang Phra Bang, Vientiane and finally put at Wat Phra Kaew Bangkok. Nowadays, the temple is still worshiping a near-perfect replica of the famous statue.
Location: Corner of Trairat and Saeng Kaew, 4 blocks northwest of Clock Tower.


Wat Rong Khun (White Pagoda)

Add a visit to explore Chiang Rai you should not miss that is the White Pagoda. Come here to admire the highlight areas such as: Rebirth, Gate of Heaven. Although built years later, Wat Rong Khun is a religious symbol and premier tourist attraction in both Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai.

Blending the ancient Khmer and Lanna concepts of space and human position in the universe, the Naval City Pillar is a series of pillar sculptures about 1 meter high, located at the top of Jom Thong Hill. The main column is placed on a marble pedestal and is slightly larger than the other columns.


Surrounded by 108 "satellite" pillars, it forms pillar-shaped six concentric circles with the same center. This represents 6 lower floors of paradise, creating a "supernatural" atmosphere for this special place in Chiang Rai. The Naval City Pillar represents people of ancient Khmer and Lanna cultures. On top of that, you can look down at the center of Chirang Rai, the Kok River, or you can also visit Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong located in the vicinity. The Chiang Rai stone pillar with ancient beauty is really worth to visit.
Location: On Doi Thong, Arj-Amnuay Road.


Hill-Tribes Museum and Education Center

Chiang Rai is not only the cradle of Lanna culture but also the home of many ethnic minorities in northern Thailand including the long necked Karen, Hmong, Yao, Lisu, Lahu, Lawa, Akha.

First, visit museums to get familiar with their culture. The museum is open to the purpose of raising the vigilance as well as the responsibility of the tourism industry. More specifically, by educating and guiding, visitors can understand more about communities and tribes who live in the mountains, as well as etiquette and customs when visiting these villages.


There are 2 galleries, one is for introducing the history, traditions and customs of 7 main tribes living in the highlands of northern Thailand: Karen, Hmong, Yao, Lisu, Lahu. Lawa and Akha. In the second gallery, there are colorful costumes of tribes and bamboo - an essential natural element for the lives of these tribes.

Location: 3rd Floor, PDA Building, Thanalai Road.
Opening hours: 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm on weekends and rituals.


Wat Klang Wiang

This is a temple that you can not to miss in Chiang Rai, thanks to its stunning architecture as well as its striking and floral decor. Situated in the heart of Chiang Rai, Wat Klang Wieng preserves the original temple-shaped temple of the city, as well as a complex of temples built in contemporary Lanna style.


Built in 1432, this temple has a red dome - a special color for temples. In addition, the temple grounds also have a white dome guarded by the elephant statues. At each floor, there are small niches for placing Buddha images or golden amulets.
Location: Corner of Rattanaket and Uttarakit Road, 3 blocks northeast of Clock Tower.


Singha Amusement Park

This Park is an amusement and agricultural tourism destination in Chiang Rai, Thailand including many interesting activities along with great landscapes. Tourists come here not only can see the large farm but also participate in all kinds of entertainment such as: zipline trails, scenic bike ride, aerial walk with colorful balloons. All make this place become exciting and suitable destination for all ages.
Location: 99 Moo 1, Thambon Maekorn, Chiang Rai.
You might be interested in
Adventure Activities on a Uganda safari
Sustainable tourism in East Africa


Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle is a mountainous jungle area between Laos, Thailand, Myanmar and famous for its opium production. But nowadays there is no more opium cultivation but the ideal ecotourism, where old fields of poppy cultivation are replaced by green fields and fruit trees all year round. Coming to the golden triangle, watching the scenery and enjoy the cool breeze will definitely be a very unique and new experience.
Location: Located on the banks of the Mekong River.

ONLY WITH US : 100 % MONEY BACK GUARANTEE within 10 days from the date of booking if not satisfied.
For further information, or simply a free quote, please contact us at any time via our email: info@galatourist.com, our experienced consultants will reply to you within 48 hours.
Sincerely yours & see you soon!
GALATOURIST since 2005.
Related Articles
The city of “Death Railway” bridge - Kanchanaburi, Thailand
The city of “Death Railway” bridge - Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Kanchanaburi is the third largest city in Thailand located 130 km from Bangkok and bordered with Myanmar at the West. The city is famous for its bridge over the Kwai River that not only becomes a symbol of immortality in books and movies, but also possesses natural beauty with many dams and lakes. Let’s together discover this special land.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - The unique ancient temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - The unique ancient temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the most famous and most visited temple in Chiang Mai. A trip on the windy mountain road is an enjoyable experience or you can rent a 250 baht motorbike a day, with a 600baht driver traveling both on and off.
Grand Palace Bangkok: guide, opening time, entrance fee & dress code
Grand Palace Bangkok: guide, opening time, entrance fee & dress code
The Grand Palace (Thai: พระบรมมหาราชวัง, RTGS: Phra Borom Maha Ratcha Wang) is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. It used to be the headquarters of the Thai war district, the state government and the venue of major events. Today, the palace is the symbol of Bangkok and the Kingdom of Thailand.
Bangkok, the most attractive destination in the world
Bangkok, the most attractive destination in the world
The capital Bangkok of Thailand has surpassed London to become the most attractive destination in the world.
Visit the White palace in Thailand
Visit the White palace in Thailand
Going along Front Beach, in the direction of the Big Mount we could always behold a white palace roofed with red tiles standing motionless on the mountain side against a background of lush green trees. That is the WHITE PALACE.
Money & duty free for Thailand
Money & duty free for Thailand
Baht (THB; symbol ฿) = 100 satang. Notes are in denominations of ฿1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of ฿10, 5, 2 and 1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 satang.
Thailand things to see and do
Thailand things to see and do
Thailand is a serene and thought-provoking place to do some meditation. This centre offers an intensive month-long course and there are strict rules to be observed. The beautiful leafy setting in Chiang Mai is ideal, but there are similar places all over the country; make enquiries at local temples
Thailand Shopping and nightlife
Thailand Shopping and nightlife
Duty-free shops are located at Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai and Had Yai airports as well as in the King Power Complex (www.kingpower.com) on Bangkok's Sri Ayutthaya-Rangnam Road. Items can be purchased there and delivered to the airport in time for the departure flight
Thailand Food and Drink
Thailand Food and Drink
Thai food is traditionally fairly hot and spicy, but most tourist restaurants tend to tone down the heat for the more fragile Western palate. Most Thai food is prepared with fresh ingredients such as lemon grass and coriander and rice is commonly eaten with most meals.
Thailand Visa and Passport Requirements
Thailand Visa and Passport Requirements
Visas for Thailand are not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for touristic stays of up to 30 days if entering via an international airport. If entering by land, you will usually be granted a stay of 15 days (apart from nationals of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the UK and the USA
Thailands Climate
Thailand's Climate
Thailand’s climate is tropical with a mean annual temperature of 28°C and high humidity. There are three distinct seasons – the hot season from March to May, the cool season from November to February and the rainy season from about June to October.
Filter articles
Top
free telephone appointment
tripadvisor
call
Customize your trip
Customize
Leave a message
Contact
(+84)
Call now!
WhatsApp
WhatsApp
Messenger
View Google Map
Google Map