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Useful Calls Public Relations Office Tel: 0 5371 1870 Provincial Office Tel: 0 5371 1123 Chiang Rai District Office Tel: 0 5375 2177, 0 5371 1288 Chiang Rai Hospital Tel: 0 5371 1300 Mueang Chiang Rai District Police Station Tel: 0 5371 1444 Highway Police Tel: 1193 Tourist Police Tel: 0 5371 7779, 1155 Immigration Tel: 0 2287 3101-10 Mae Sai Immigration Tel: 0 5373 1008-9 Chiang Saen Immigration Tel: 0 5379 1330 Meteorological Department Tel: 1182 Tourism and Sports Office Tel: 0 5371 6519 Chiang Rai Tourism Association Tel: 0 5360 1299

TAT Tourist Information Centers Tourism Authority of Thailand Head Office 1600 Phetchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 Tel: 0 2250 5500 (automatic 120 lines) Fax: 0 2250 5511 E-mail: [email protected] www.tourismthailand.org Ministry of Tourism and Sports 4 Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue, Bangkok 10100 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. everyday TAT Chiang Rai 448/16 Singhakhlai Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai 57000 Tel: 0 5371 7433, 0 5374 4674-5 Fax: 0 5371 7434 E-mail: [email protected] Areas of Responsibility: Chiang Rai, Phayao

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CONTENTS HOW TO GET THERE 5

ATTRACTIONS 7

Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai 7 Amphoe Mae Lao 12 Amphoe Mae Chan 13 Amphoe Mae Sai 15 Amphoe Mae Fa Luang 16 Amphoe Chiang Saen 19 Amphoe Chiang Khong 22 Amphoe Wiang Kaen 23 Amphoe Thoeng 23 Amphoe Phan 24 Amphoe Mae Suai 25 Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao 27

EVENTS & FESTIVALS 30

LOCAL PRODUCTS 31

INTERESTING ACTIVITIES 32 Trekking 32 Travel along Kok River 32 Golf Courses 32 Agrotourism 33 Spa/ Traditional Thai Massage 34 Mineral Water Bath 35 Homestay 35 Horse Riding 36 Example of Tour Programme 36

FACILITIES IN CHIANG RAI 39 Accommodation 39 Restaurant 58 Travel Agent 63

USEFUL CALLS 67


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Chiang Rai

Golden Triangle


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Thai Term Glossary Amphoe: District Ban: Village Chedi: Stupa or Pagoda Khao or Doi or Phu: Mountain Khlong: Canal Ko: Island Mueang: Town or City Namtok: Waterfall Tambon: Sub-district Tham: Cave Ubosot or Bot: ordination hall in a temple Viharn: Image hall in a temple Wat: Temple Note: English spelling here given tries to approximate Thai pronunciation. Posted signs may be differently. When seeking help from a Thai for directions, point to the Thai spellings given after each place name. The Province is rich in tourism resources in term of natural attractions and antiquities, evidence of its past civilization. It is also home to several hilltribes who follow fascinating ways of life. The northernmost province of Thailand, Chiang Rai is situated on the Kok River basin 416 metres above sea level. With an area of some 11,678 square kilometres. It is about 785 kilometres from Bangkok. Mostly mountainous, it reaches the Mae Khong River to the north and borders on both Myanmar and Laos. The province is rich in tourism resources in term of natural attractions and antiquities, evidence of its past civilisation. It is also home to several hilltribes who follow fascinating ways of life. Chiang Rai is also a tourism gateway into Myanmar and Laos. HOW TO GET THERE Car From Bangkok drive on highway No.32 to Singburi, then take highway No.11 to Phare and highway No.1103 to Chiang Rai. The route is 829 kilometres. Bus The 12 hour journey from Bangkok can be made on air-conditioned coaches originating from Northern Bus Terminal daily call 0 2936 2852-66 www.transport.co.th. Private bus operated by Bor Kho Sor Co., Ltd. Call 0 2936 3670, 0 5371 1369, 0 5375 4097/ Chok Rung Tawee Tour call 0 2936 4275-6, 0 5371 4045/ Siam First


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Tour call 0 2954 3601-4, 0 5371 9064, 0 5371 4386 / Sombat Tour 0 2936 2495, 0 5371 4971, 0 5371 5884 www.sombattour.com There are services from Chiang Rai bus terminal to various districts in Chiang Rai. Local bus ply nearby provinces, call Chiang Rai bus terminal 0 5371 1224, 0 5371 1154 for details. Rail The State Railway of Thailand operates daily services from Hua Lamphong Railway station, Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Then catch a local bus further from Arcade Bus terminal, Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. For train information call 1690, 0 2220 4444 www.railway.co.th or Chiang Mai Railway Station 0 5324 2094, 0 5324 4795 Air There are many direct flights from Bangkok to Chiang Rai every day by; -Thai Air Asia Tel: 0 2515 9999, 0 5379 8275-6 www.airasia.com -Orient Thai Airlines Tel: 1126, 0 2267 2999, 0 2229 4260, 0 5379 3555 www.fly12go.com -Thai Airways Tel: 0 2356 1111, 0 5371 1179, 0 5379 8202-3 www.thaiairways.com Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai Route is operated by; -SGA Airlines Tel: 0 2664 6099, 0 5379 8244 www.sga.co.th -Nok Air Tel: 0 2900 9955, 1318 www.nokair.com Chiang Rai Airport Tel: 0 5379 8000, 0 5379 8170 Distances from Mueang Chiang Rai to neighboring districts Wiang Chai 12 Kilometres Mae Lao 15 Kilometres Mae Chan 20 Kilometres Wiang Chiang Rung 24 Kilometres Phan 46 Kilometres Phaya Mengrai 48 Kilometres Pa Daet 52 Kilometres Mae Suai 53 Kilometres Doi Luang 57 Kilometres Khun Tan 60 Kilometres Chiang Saen 60 Kilometres Mae Sai 63 Kilometres Thoeng 64 Kilometres Mae Fa Luang 65 Kilometres Wiang Pa Pao 91 Kilometres Wiang Kaen 127 Kilometres Chiang Khong 141 Kilometres


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ATTRACTIONS Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai King Mengrai the Great Memorial (อนุสาวรีย์พ่อขุนเม็งรายมหาราช) is located in the town on the intersection leading to Mae Chan. Originally, King Mengrai was the ruler of Nakhon Hiran Ngoen Yang (an ancient town on the bank of the Mae Khong around Chiang Saen) before Chiang Rai was established as the administrative centre in 1262. He consolidated his power by merging the different city in the North and founded the Lanna Thai Kingdom in 1296 with Chiang Mai as the capital. King Mengrai Stupa (กู่พระเจ้าเม็งราย) in front of Wat Ngam Mueang atop Doi Ngam Mueang in Mueang district was built by King Chaisongkram to contain the remains of his father (King Mengrai). Wat Phra Sing (วัดพระสิงห์) is located near the townhall used to house a major Buddha statue, the Phra Buddha Sihing which is now enshrined in Chiang Mai. A special feature is the Lanna-style Ubosot and the wooden door panels carved by Chiang Rai contemporary craftsmen. Tel: 0 5374 5038 Wat Phra Kaeo (วัดพระแก้ว), situated on Trairat Road, was one of Thailand’s most important Buddha statue discovered in 1444. The statue had been moved by various state rulers to be placed in their respective capitals as a symbol of dominance, including Lampang, Chiang Rai and Vientiane before finally enshrined in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Kaeo during the reign of King Rama I of the Rattanakosin period. Tel: 0 5371 8533 Wat Rong Khun (วัดร่องขุ่น) is located at Ban Rong Khun, Tambon Pa O Don Chai, along Phahonyothin roadside at Km. 816, approximately 13 km. from the city. This temple was designed and built by Achan Chaloemchai Khositphiphat. A white ordination hall - Phra Ubosot - is decorated with silver glittering pieces of mirrors. There are large mural paintings of the Lord Buddha in different gestures. A gable - is decorated with a gable apex, a leaf-shaped gable-edging - in the shapes of Phya Naga, dragon and mythical creatures, which are entirely made of white stucco. There are viharn, small hall for recitation surrounded the ordination hall, museum, reception pavilion. The gallery exhibits paintings of Achan Chaloemchai Khositphiphat. Posters, drawing albums and T-shirts are available. The earnings will contribute to the fund for building the temple. It opens daily at 8.00 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. Please call Tel: 0 5367 3579 Fax: 0 5367 3539 www.watrongkhun.com


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Wat Phrathat Chom Sak (วัดพระธาตุจอมสัก) or formerly known as Wat Phrathat Doi Ban Yang is located in Tambon Ban Du. The temple was built in the period of Yonok Chaiyaburi Si Chiang Saen. During the reign of Phrachao Phangkharat, the 24th king of the Yonok Dynasty, a senior monk named Phra Phutthakhosachan from Koson district in Suthammawadi city brought 16 pieces of the Lord Buddha’s relics from then Ceylon and gave them to the king. King Phangkharat had a royal command to divide the relics into 3 portions to be enshrined separately at Phrathat (pagoda) Chom Thong, Phrathat Chom Kitti,

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and Phrathat Doi Ban Yang. In 1947, Phra Khruba Khamla Sangwaro presided over the renovation of Phrathat Doi Ban Yang. A new pagoda was built to cover the old one, together with a Wihan, teakwood Buddha image hall on stilts. The temple name was later changed to Phrathat Chom Sak. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5370 3196. Suan Somdet Phra Srinagarindra (สวนสมเด็จพระศรีนครินทร์) has beautiful scenery and a shady atmosphere, comprising a wide lotus lake on an area of 223 rai. The all-year round full lake is best suitable for recreation since the water is cool and clear. It is surrounded by recreational pavilions and gardens of palm and bamboo trees on the slope of a hill. Next to the park is the School of Traditional and Alternative Medicine of Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, which provides health care based on traditional medicine of Lanna wisdom. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5370 3388. To get there: Take the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Route to get to an entrance through the back of the university. The park is located about 8 km. from the town of Chiang Rai. Tai Yuan Hall of Arts (หอศิลป์ไตยวน) displays drawings from a ballpoint pen, depicting changes in ways of life, Thai society, time, Buddha images in different styles of art of the past periods, as well as wood carvings and books on local arts of the North. All the works were created by Achan Chalong Phinitsuwan, a former art teacher at Samakkhiwitthayakhom School. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5371 2137. To get there: From the Pratu Chiang Mai Intersection, go along the way for 600 m. to Talat Den Ha and turn left into Soi 3 for around 150 m. The hall is on the left-hand side before reaching Wat Chetuphon. Oub Kham Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์อูบคำ) is located at 81/1 Na Khai Road, Tambon Rob Wiang near Den Ha market, 1 kilometre from the centre of town. The collection embraces objects used in the royal courts such as Lanna court, Khum Chao Phare and khum Chao Chiang Mai some parts are from northeast Myanmar, southwest China and Vietnam which are about 500-1,000 years old. Admire 120 year-old ancient fabrics, Sin Mai Kham-golden silk skirt-from the Mandalay, the golden throne, king’s golden costumes and silver ornaments. A golden bowl used by royals, is a masterpiece. All of those shown the glory of the kingdom in the past. It opens daily from 08.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m. Admission for adults is 300 Baht and for children 100 Baht. Tel: 0 5371 3349. www.oubkhammuseum.com


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Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park (Rai Mae Fah Luang) (อุทยานศิลปวัฒนธรรมแม่ฟ้าหลวง) is situated one kilometre from the Oub Kham Museum. There are important architectural buildings. Ho Kham is a teak building where ancient wood-carved candle holders are exhibited, and Phra Phrato, an ancient wooden Buddha image of the Lanna period is housed. Ho Kham Noi keeps the so-called Wiang Ta mural paintings from Wat Pa Wiang Ta in Phrae. Many plants found in the park area are of fragrant varieties and rare species. There is also a bronze statue of HRH the Princess Mother sculptured by Khun Misiem Yipinsoi. Furthermore, an open museum is available for a temporary display of artworks and other functions. Initially, the park area was used for Wai Sa Mae Fah Luang, a ceremony to pay homage to HRH the Princess Mother. The park is open daily from 8.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. Admission is 200 Baht. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5371 1968, 0 5371 6605-7, Fax: 0 5371 2429, or visit the website: www.maefahluang.org. Hilltribe Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์ชาวเขา) is located on Thanalai Road. Operated by the Population and Community Development Association - Chiang Rai Branch, the museum provides a slide presentation on ways of living and displays articles, tools, utensils, and tribal attire. It also gathers interesting information on six major hilltribes of Thailand: Akha, Lisu, Karen, Muser, Yao, and Hmong. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Admission is 50 Baht. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5374 0088, 0 5371 9167. Wat Phrathat Doi Chom Thong (วัดพระธาตุดอยจอมทอง), located on Doi Chom Thong on the bank of the Kok River within town area, contains what is believed to be the oldest Holy Relic even before King Mengrai built Chiang Rai. The Chedi containing the Holy Relic was probably renovated at the same time the town was being built. A major religious site in Chiang Rai was from here that King Mengrai spotted the strategic location on which to establish the town. Tel: 0 5371 6055 Kok River (แม่น้ำกก) flows through the town of Chiang Rai and is 130 kilometres long. Long-tailed boats and cruise can be made from town to travel along both sides of lovely sceneries. Stops can be made at hilltribal villages of the Akha or Iko, Lisu, Karen, etc. Elephant rides are also available to see the surrounding area. For more information, please contact C.R. pier Tel: 0 5375 0009. Another river route starts from Tha Ton in Chiang Mai going northward to Chiang Rai town. The boat trip takes about four hours. Trips by bamboo raft takes 3 days and 2 nights, please contact Tha Ton boat club Tel: 0 5345 9427, Thip Travel Tel: 0 5345 9312


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The Sirindhorn Chinese Language and Culture Center (ศูนย์ภาษาวัฒนธรรมจีนสิรินธร) in Mae Fah Luang University. This was established through the cooperation of Mae Fa Luang University and the People’s Republic of China. The center was built as a memorial to honor Her Royal Highness Princess grandmother’s 100th birthday as a symbol of friendship between the two nations. The center’s design was drawn to adhere as depicted in China. The construction took 7 months to complete at cost approximately 60 million Baht. The architecture replicate the Suzhou Chinese structure, building decorations and the garden ornaments by complying with the design layouts and using authentic materials shipped from China. The roofing tiles, the doors and the marble tiles laid at the entrance are all examples of a few of the materials brought from China. Tel: 0 5391 7093, 0 5391 7097 www.mfu.ac.th Namtok Khun Kon Forest Park (วนอุทยานน้ำตกขุนกรณ์ ) can be reached by taking Highway No.1211 from town. After 18 kilometres turn right and proceed on for another 12 kilometres. Or go along Highway No. 1 (Chiang Rai-Phayao) for about 15 kilometres where there is a right turn to proceed further another 17 kilometres, then a 30-minute walk to the waterfall. The highest and most scenic

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waterfall in Chiang Rai, the Khun Kon is some 70 metres height. Along the route to the site are cool, shady natural surroundings suitable for relaxation and nature walk. Bo Namphu Ron Pha Soet (บ่อน้ำพุร้อนผาเสริฐ) is a hot spring well located 20 km. from the town of Chiang Rai. Eleven rooms are available for soaking and taking a spring bath. Besides, there is an open-air pool for soaking, traditional massage, and a campsite. A mineral water bath is priced at 40-90 Baht, and 30 Baht for an open-air bath. The place is operated by the Doi Hang Sub-district Administration Organisation, Tel: 0 5317 0545-6, or the website: www.doihang.com. To get there: Take Na Khai Road toward the Den Ha Intersection. For more details, contact Tel: 08 5106 3405. Namphu Ron Pong Phrabat (น้ำพุร้อนโป่งพระบาท) is a hot spring not far from town. Follow Phahon Yothin Road for around 7 km, and, at Km 836-837, turn left into the lane beside the Ban Du Market for another 3 km. There are 10 rooms for soaking or taking a bath at the price of 20 Baht per person. It is operated by the Ban Du Sub-district Administration Organisation, Tel: 0 5370 3262. In the same area, there is also Namtok Pong Phrabat, a waterfall situated in the Lamnam Kok National Park. It features rapids with small slopes and cascades in layers amidst a shady ambience. Natural surroundings of beautiful plants make it suitable for a recreational place and admiration of the beauty of nature. Tham Pha Tong (ถ้ำผาตอง) is a cave located in Ban Tham Pha Tong, Tambon Tha Sut. From town, take the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Road for 19 km and, at Km 848, turn right in front of Wat Mae Khaotom Tha Sut for another 3 km. Apart from Tham Pha Tong, there are Tham Sai Than and Tham Mae Khrua. The interesting thing here is the coconut shell carving group led by Sala Khamchan Yano. They make a coconut shell dipper for taking water, with its wooden handle carved into figures depicting the ways of living of the people of Lanna. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5378 7233. Amphoe Mae Lao Phrathat Chom Mok Kaeo (พระธาตุจอมหมอกแก้ว) is a chedi (pagoda) located in Ban Dong Mafueang, Tambon Chom Mok Kaeo. No evidence can be found to tell when the chedi was built. Initially, a villager found a termite mole that looked like a chedi on a small hill, and broken pottery scattered over the ground. Everyone who wishes to enter this forested area must show their respect and ask for permission first. The villagers here have believed that the termite


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mole was where bones of a member of a royal family in the past had been kept. It is surmised that the chedi was later built to cover the mole. For more details, contact Tel: 0 5371 7166. To get there: From the Den Ha Intersection, follow the Den Ha - Dong Mada Road and pass the Ban Nong Phak Hueat Wildlife Breeding and Research Centre before reaching the chedi, a distance of 24 km. Amphoe Mae Chan Wat Tham Pa Acha Thong (วัดถ้ำป่าอาชาทอง) or known as the temple where the monks ride horses to go on their alms round in the morning. It is located in Tambon Si Kham on a remote high hill. Phra Khruba Nueachai, the abbot, who is a former cavalryman, therefore, allows the monks and novices to use a horse as a vehicle to go on the morning alms round, which begins around 7.00 a.m., to the village of Si Muen Rai, covering a total distance of around 5 km. To get there: Take Highway No. 1 (Chiang Rai - Mae Sai Route) for about 28 km, and pass Amphoe Mae Chan for about 4-5 km. Then, turn into a lane off the main road, beside Wat Mae Kham Luang, and follow the direction signs all the way to Wat Tham Pa Acha Thong for around 5-7 km. The road from the bridge to Lan Phra Kaeo (the ground for alms taking) is around 2 km long and accessible by car. The views along the roadsides are refreshing. For further details, contact the Si Kham Sub-district Administration Organisation at Tel: / Fax: 0 5366 5073. Doi Din Daeng Pottery (เครื่องปั้นดินเผาดอยดินแดง) is the hand-made products of the pottery factory using local raw materials and labour. The works are designed by Khun Somlak Khantibun, an experienced artist. There are two types of works: pottery pieces that are used in daily life; such as, bowls, plates, pots, vases, etc., and contemporary works of creativity. The factory’s showroom is open on Monday to Saturday from 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5370 5291, Fax: 0 5370 6128. To get there: From the town of Chiang Rai, take the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Road for 12 km, past the Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, and, at 100 m from the Sombat Tour Company Terminus, make a U-turn. Then, turn left at Ban Pa O, Soi 3, and go on for about 1.5 km. Doi Din Daeng is on the left-hand side. Namphu Ron Pa Tueng or Namphu Ron Huai Hin Fon (Chanpha Ap Namrae) (น้ำพุร้อนป่าตึงหรือน้ำพุร้อนห้วยหินฝน) is located in Tambon Pa Tueng on an area of nearly 10 rai. There are many hot spring wells. Some springs can gush as high as 7 m. Hot water continues to flow regularly. Eight small rooms and 2 common rooms are available


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for soaking at the price of 100 Baht per person. For further details, contact Tel: 08 1992 1472. To get there: From the Mae Chan T-junction, follow Highway 1089 (Mae Chan - Tha Ton) for around 7 km. Museum of Buddha Images (พิพิธภัณฑ์พระ) is located 6 km from town on the Mae Chan - Chiang Saen Road. Gathered here are top ancient images, amulets of all past periods; such as, Dvaravati, Chiang Saen, Sukhothai, U Thong, Lop Buri, and Ayutthaya, and many sacred objects from overseas. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Admission is 200 Baht for adults and 50 Baht for children. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5365 3038, 0 5365 3040, Fax: 0 5365 3039. Wat Muen Phut (วัดหมื่นพุทธ) is a temple located in Ban Pa Rai, Tambon Tha Khao Plueak. From the town of Chiang Rai, take the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Road for 11 km, and then turn right to follow Highway 1209 for another 29 km. The temple houses Phra Sangkhachai, the world’s largest happy Buddha, measuring 15X19 m. The statue built in Nanjing, the People’s Republic of China, consists of separable brass parts. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5376 7040.

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Wat Phrathat Chom Chan (วัดพระธาตุจอมจันทร์) is located in Tambon San Sai. The temple was constructed by Khruba Thip in 1915. One night in a dream, he saw a beam of light rising toward the sky and green lights glittering over a hill for a while. Next morning, he went to explore the hill and found that it was a good place with a surrounding ditch and no parts of it connecting to any other hills around the area. Thus, he invited the villagers to jointly build a chedi (pagoda). In 1925, monk’s cells, a Wihan (image hall), and a Sala (pavilion) were constructed, and the temple was named Wat Phrathat Chom Chan. The temple had dwelling monks until 1937 when a forest fire burned down the pavilion and monk’s cells, leaving only the image hall and the chedi. Therefore, the faithful villagers built a new temple on the lower ground, 300 m away from the old site. Since then the temple was deserted until 1999, when it has been renovated. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5377 2129. Mae Chan Valley (ไร่แม่จัน วาเลย์) is located at 23 Mu 9, Ban Pa Miang, Tambon Pa Tueng. This agro-tourism site offers knowledge about how to operate a vineyard and a tea plantation, as well as how to produce wine and Oolong tea. A guided tour is provided for visitors to see production procedures from planting tea and grapes to processing. Visitors will also be introduced to the production process as well as wine and tea sampling. It was a winner of the 7th Thailand Tourism Awards in 2008: Award of Outstanding Performance in the category of agro-tourism sites. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5391 4999, 0 2236 0039 www.maechanwinery.com Amphoe Mae Sai About 61 kilometres from the province on Highway No. 110 is Thailand’s northern-most district. Mae Sai (แม่สาย) , borders on Myanmar’s Tha Khi Lek (ท่าขี้เหล็ก) marked by the Mae Sai River with a bridge spanning both sides. Foreign visitors are allowed to cross over to the Tha Khi Lek market by presenting their passports and paying a fee at the Mae Sai immigration checkpoint. For more details, Tel: 0 5373 1008-9 www.maesaiimm.com. In addition, there are tour services up to Chiang Tung in Myanmar which is some 160 kilometres to the north by road.


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Phrathat Doi Wao (พระธาตุดอยเวา) is situated in Mu 1, Tambon Mae Sai, on the hill by the bank of the Mae Sai River. According to history, King Wao of Nakhon Nakkhaphan Yonok built this pagoda in 179 BC to contain the Lord Buddha’s hair relics. It is a great ancient pagoda second to Phra Borommathat Doi Tung. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5373 1527. Tham Pha Chom (ถ้ำผาจม) is located in Mu 1, Tambon Mae Sai, around 1.5 km to the north of Amphoe Mae Sai. This cave sits on another hill to the west of Doi Wao, next to the Mae Sai River. It was a meditation place for monks; such as, Phra Achan Man Phurithatto, a famous Buddhist monk master. Now, there is a statue of the monk master on the hill. Inside the cave, there are beautiful stalactites and stalagmites on the wall and ceiling. Amphoe Mae Fa Luang Doi Mae Salong (ดอยแม่สลอง) is the location of the village of Santi Khiri which was formerly named Ban Mae Salong Nok. It is a community of Burmese migrants from Division 93 in Myanmar. Two battalions have migrated from Myanmar to Thailand since 1961: the 3rd Battalion to stay in Amphoe Fang, Chiang Mai, and the 5th Battalion to settle in Ban Mae Salong Nok. From December to February, whitish pink cherry blossoms or Dok Nang Phaya Suea Khrong (Prunus cerasoides D. Don) which is the smallest variety of Sakura (Rosaceae) are in full bloom along the way up to Doi Mae Salong. It is a species rarely found in Thailand because it grows naturally in a very cold climate. Interesting activities on Doi Mae Salong include seeing tea plantations, studying how to produce tea leaves, horse riding to view the scenery around the village of Chiang Cha Sai, and visiting the Chinese Martyrs’ Memorial to study the history of the people of Doi Mae Salong. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is 30 Baht. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5376 5170, 0 5376 5180, the coordinating centre for a community tour, homestay and camping services at Tel: 0 5371 0024, 08 5038 6362, and the Mae Salong Nok Sub-district Administration Organisation at Tel: 0 5376 5129. To get there: Take the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Route for 28 km. After one kilometre from Amphoe Mae Chan, turn left for 23 km, past the village of Pha Duea where hilltribe handicraft products are available for sale. Then, from the I-ko Sam Yaek, go straight to Doi Mae Salong for 10 km. The total distance from Chiang Rai is 64 km on an asphalt road. From Doi Mae Salong, there is a road to link with the village of


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Tha Ton in Amphoe Fang, Chiang Mai, totalling 45 km. Alternatively, take a bus from the town of Chiang Rai to the entrance to Doi Mae Salong and take a mini-bus there. The fare is 50 Baht per person. A charter rate is 400 Baht per trip and 800 Baht for a return trip. For further details, contact Tel: 08 1024 0813. Ban Thoet Thai (บ้านเทอดไทย) was initially called “Ban Hin Taek”. It is located 66 km from the town of Chiang Rai. In 1968, Khun Sa as the leader of the Army of the Tai Nation used the area as his stronghold. The word “Khun” was commonly used by the people of Shan State to refer to a person of their respect, but the world knew him by the name of “King of Heroin”. During 1976 to 1982, Khun Sa used Ban Hin Taek as his permanent stronghold and did illegal business. Finally, the Thai government forced them out of the Thai territory. At present, the remains of the past can be seen; such as, the house that was used by Khun Sa as the command centre. In addition, Ban Thoet Thai is home to communities of many ethnic groups of hilltribe people who can be seen in the morning market.

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Phra Tamnak Doi Tung (พระตำหนักดอยตุง) was once a palace of HRH Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. It features a combination of the Lanna form of art and the Swiss-style chalet. The building is decorated with woodcarvings by Northern craftsmen in various designs on its Kalae (northern-style gable), Choengchai (eave board), and window frames. Around the palace lie gardens of various flowers with many colours, which provide beauty and freshness, especially in the cold season when mist can be seen slightly covering the surrounding hilltops. Officials lead a tour of 20 minutes each round. It is open daily from 7.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is 70 Baht. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5376 7015-7 www.doitung.org. Suan Mae Fa Luang is situated in front of the palace on an area of around 10 rai. It is a garden of temperate flowers; such as, salvia, petunia, begonia, roses, Dok Lamphong (thorn apple), as well as more than 70 species of auspicious plants, perennial trees, and creepers. There is also the Sculpture of Continuity by Khun Misium Yipinsoi. The garden is open daily from 6.30 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Admission is 80 Baht. The Hall of Inspiration is a building where the life story of HRH the Princess Mother and the royal family is on display. There are 8 exhibition rooms. It is open daily from 7.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is 30 Baht. Furthermore, a shop offers souvenirs, silk clothes, as well as products of the Royal Project including flowers, fruits, vegetables, and saplings of various plants. Wat Phrathat Doi Tung (วัดพระธาตุดอยตุง) is located at Km 17.5 on Highway 1149. The Lord Buddha’s left collarbone relics brought from Madhya Pradesh, India, have been enshrined here. It was the first time that the Lankavamsa or Theravada Buddhism was founded in Lanna Thai. In the construction of the relic stupa, a one-thousand-wa long Takhap flag (or Tung in local dialect) was planted on the hilltop, and the stupa base was designated from the area as far as the flag flied. Thus, the hilltop where the first stupa of Lanna Thai was established was named Doi Tung. Phrathat Doi Tung is an important sacred place. During the homage paying festival, there are Buddhist worshippers both Thais and people from neighbouring countries; such as, the people of Chiang Tung in Shan State, Myanmar, the people of Luang Prabang and Vientiane, Lao PDR., etc. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5376 7061.


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Doi Chang Mup Stupa and Mae Fa Luang Arboretum (สถูปดอยช้างมูบและสวนรุกขชาติแม่ฟ้าหลวง) on Doi Chang Mup are situated on the Phrathat Doi Tung - Ban Pha Mi Road, around 4 km from the Wat Noi Doi Tung Junction. Here is the highest viewpoint of Doi Tung. The Chang Mup Stupa is a small pagoda on a large rock that looks like a prostrating elephant. There are surrounding pine trees and giant banyan trees which are grown to preserve the soil and watershed. Visitors can see Kulap Phan Pi (rhododendron) from different continents inside the arboretum. Admission is 50 Baht. Amphoe Chiang Saen Chiang Saen National Museum (พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติเชียงแสน) is where knowledge can be sought concerning archaeology, settlements and history of the town. There are replicas of the community and scores of ancient relics including Lanna-style sculptures, Buddha statues and inscription stones from Phayao and Chiang Saen itself. In addition, there are exhibitions of indigenous art objects of the Thai Yai (ไทยใหญ่), Thai Lu (ไทยลื้อ) and other hilltribes. These items include musical instruments, ornaments,

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opium-smoking accessories, etc. Open Wednesday-Sunday from 09.00-16.00 hrs. Admission fee is 100 baht. Tel: 0 5377 7102 www.thailandmuseum.com Wat Phrathat Chedi Luang (วัดพระธาตุเจดีย์หลวง), located in Chiang Saen old town, was built by King Saen Phu, the 3rd ruler of the Lanna kingdom in early 13th Century. Ancient sites include the bell-shaped, Lanna-style principal Chedi which measures 88 metres height with a base 24 metres width, is the largest structure in Chiang Saen. There are also remains of ancient Viharn and Chedi. Wat Phra Chao Lan Thong (วัดพระเจ้าล้านทอง) is located within the city wall, built by Prince Thong Ngua, a son of King Tilokkarat, the 12th ruler of Lanna, in 1489. A 1,200-kilogram Buddha statue was cast, a lap 2 metres width and over 3 metres height, named “Phra Chao Lan Thong”. Another Buddha statue called “Phra Chao Thong Thip” was also cast which is made of brass in Sukhothai style. Wat Pa Sak (วัดป่าสัก), about one kilometre to the west of Chiang Saen in Tambon Wiang, was built by King Saen Phu in 1295 and three hundred teak trees were planted, hence the name is Pa Sak (Teak Wood). It was then the residence of the patriarch. The temple’s chedi is beautiful in Chiang Saen architectural style and the exteriors are elaborately decorated with designs. The chedi itself measures 12.5 metres tall with a base of 8 metres width, enshrined the Lord’s Buddha relics. There are also several ancient sites outside the city wall including Wat Chedi Ched Yot (วัดเจดีย์เจ็ดยอด) is a peaceful place, located 1 km. further from Wat Phra That Pha Ngao. Wat Phrathat Chom Kitti (วัดพระธาตุจอมกิตติ), about 1.7 kilometres from town. Phrathat Pu Khao (พระธาตุปูเข้า) is an ancient place on Doi Chiang Miang by the mouth of the Ruak River. It was built in 759 during the reign of Phraya Laokaokaeomamueang, the second King of Wiang Hirannakhonngoenyang. The remains consist of Phra Wihan (image hall) and a group of ruined brick pagodas with a trace of stucco motifs. There is a Buddha image that is used for fortune telling. Besides, Doi Chiang Miang is also a viewpoint overlooking clear vistas of the Golden Triangle. To get there: Take the Chiang Saen - Sop Ruak Route and turn left shortly before reaching the Golden Triangle. Then, drive on to the hilltop, or walk up the stairs. Wat Sangkha Kaeo Don Han (วัดสังฆาแก้วดอนหัน) is located on the road along the Chiang Saen - Chiang Khong River, near Wat Phrathat Chom Kitti. According to legend, this temple was built by Phrachao Lawachakkarat in the 6th century, but it was found from evidence


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that the temple dated back to not beyond the 16th century. The Fine Arts Department excavated many important pieces of archaeological evidence, especially figures inscribed on brick blocks depicting some stories from the Lord Buddha’s Last Incarnation known as Vessantara Jataka; such as, Prince Vessantara walked in the forest, Jujaka met Vessantara, etc Chiang Saen Lake (ทะเลสาบเชียงแสน) is a large natural reservoir with scenic surroundings. Large flocks of waterfowls immigrate to the site during winter. Located 5 kilometres from the district on Highway no.1016, the Chiang Saen-Mae Chan route, then turn left at km.27 proceed on for another 2 kilometres to reach the site. Golden Triangle (สามเหลี่ยมทองคำ) is about 9 kilometres from the Chiang Saen old town to the north along the road parallel to the Mekong River. The area is locally called “Sop Ruak” where the Mae Khong meets the Ruak River and also where the borders of three countries, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, meet together. There are remains of many ancient places and structures attesting to the area having been settled by people in the past. In addition, boats can be hired to view scenery around the golden triangle from Sop Ruak along the Mekong River to Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong which takes around 40 minutes and 1.30 hours respectively.

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Phra Phutthanawalantue (พระพุทธนวล้านตื้อ) is located in the Golden Triangle area. This is a giant bronze Buddha statue weighing more than 69 tons, being 15.99 m high, having a lap width of 9.99 m, and sitting on a large boat called Ruea Kaeo Kuson Tham. The image is flanked by the flags in honour of Their Majesties the King and Queen. The Hall of Opium, Golden Triangle Park (หอฝิ่นอุทยานสามเหลี่ยม ทองคำ) is 9 km northwest of Chiang Saen. This place exhibits the history of opium in the Golden Triangle, its origin, opium war when people lived on opium planting and smoking, as well as the recovery of the people who lived here. Visitors can learn this history and the problems caused by narcotics through EDUTAINMENT. It opens on Tuesdays – Sundays at 08.30 –16.00 hrs. Admission Fee: Thai 200 baht, Thai (over 60 yrs) 50 baht, foreigner 300 baht. For more details, please call Tel: 0 5378 4444-6 www.goldentrianglepark.com Opium House Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์บ้านฝิ่น ) belongs to a private operator. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Admission is 50 Baht. To get there: The museum is located around 2 km from the Golden Triangle area, on the way toward Doi Sa-ngow. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5378 4060, Fax: 0 5378 4062. Phrathat Doi Pu Khao (พระธาตุดอยปูเข้า) is located on the hill just before the Golden Triangle and believed to have been built by a king of Wiang Hirannakhon Ngoen Yang in mid-8th century. Remains of antiquities is in the Viharn and crumbled Chedis. Wat Phrathat Pha Ngao (วัดพระธาตุผาเงา) is about 4 kilometres from Chiang Saen on the road to Chiang Khong. There is a bell-shaped Chedi standing on large boulders. Nearby is a Viharn where several old Chiang Saen-style Buddha statues are enshrined. There is also a viewing point to enjoy scenery of the Mekong and of Chiang Saen itself. Amphoe Chiang Khong Chiang Khong (เชียงของ) is a small, peaceful district on the bank of the Mekong opposite Huaixai of Laos. It is about 141 kilometres from the province, or some 55 kilometres from Chiang Saen on Highway No. 1129 to the east. Chiang Khong is noted as the place where Pla Buk, the giant catfish, is caught. The fishing season is from mid-January to May. The Chiang Khong Fishery Station is able to inseminate and breed this largest fresh-water fish. Fingerlings bred


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here have been released in several rivers. Sightseeing trips by boat are available to view the scenery and life along the Mekong. A stop can be made at Ban Hat Bai, a Thai Lu community noted for making beautiful local material. To cross over the Huaixai town in Laos, contact the immigration office Tel: 0 5379 1330 or tour agencies in Chiang Khong. Buck Pier (ท่าเรือบั๊ค) is a permanent border checkpoint between Lao PDR. and Thailand on the bank of the Mekong River. Views of Huai Sai, a town in Bo Kaeo Province, Lao PDR., can be seen from here. To cross the border, foreign visitors can apply for a visa from the Embassy or the Lao Immigration Office (It is open daily from 8.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.). A river cruise service is available here. It takes visitors to Luang Prabang in Lao PDR., and resumes to Thailand in Nong Khai. For more information, contact the Chiang Khong Immigration Office at Tel: 0 5379 1663, 0 5379 1332. Ban Hat Bai (บ้านหาดบ้าย) is situated on the Chiang Saen - Chiang Khong Route along the Mekong River. It is a village of the Thai Lue, a minor ethnic group who has interesting and graceful traditions, and especially their skill on weaving local cloth which is famous. From Amphoe Chiang Khong, visitors can take a long-tailed boat ride to Ban Hat Bai from the Buck Pier. On a one-hour river trip, visitors will also see nice views along the banks of the Mekong River. Amphoe Wiang Kaen Doi Pha Tang (ดอยผาตั้ง), about 160 kilometres from the provincial town, is a viewing point on top of a high cliff over the Thai-Laotian border affording a delightful scene for the river and the sea of mist throughout the year. During December-January, blooming Sakuras provide a picturesque scenery. It is home to the Chinese Haw, the Hmong and Yao minorities. The Haws are the remnants of the 93rd Chinese Division who moved in to settle on Doi Pha Tang. There are a lots of bungalows & tents serve tourists. Amphoe Thoeng Phu Chi Fa (ภูชี้ฟ้า) is a viewpoint for a sea of mist and the sunrise. Situated 25 km from Doi Pha Tang, this hill is about 1,628 m above sea level, and has a skyward pointed tip with a long cliff face protruding toward Lao PDR. There is a wide grass field covering the hilltop. To get there: Take the Chiang Rai - Thoeng Route for 64 km and the Thoeng - Ban Pi Route for 6 km. Then, turn left to Highway 1155 and


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drive past Ban Pang Kha and Ban Cheng Meng on an asphalt road to reach the hill, a total distance of 42 km. Alternatively, take Highway 1021 (Thoeng - Chiang Kham - Ban Huak) and, 6 km before reaching Chiang Kham, switch to follow the road toward the Namtok Phu Sang National Park for 19 km. Then, continue for 30 km. to reach the hill. Visitors can drive to the parking lot of the Phu Chi Fa Forest Park and continue on foot for about 700 m to the viewpoint. In addition, a bus service to the hill is available at the Chiang Rai Bus Terminal at 7.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. (in the cool season only). For more information, contact the Chiang Rai Bus Terminal at Tel: 0 5371 1224, the Tap Tao Sub-district Administration Organisation at Tel: 0 5318 9111, 08 1724 0052, 08 6189 4611, the Phu Chi Fa Forest Park at Tel: 08 1883 4510, and the Visitor Centre at Tel: 0 5371 0195-6. Wat Phrathat Chom Cho (วัดพระธาตุจอมจ้อ) is located in Tambon Wiang, 65 km from the town of Chiang Rai. Phrathat Chom Cho which has been a sacred pagoda of the city of Thoeng since ancient times contains the Lord Buddha’s hair relics. Every year, a ceremony to bath the pagoda is held on the full moon day in the eighth lunar month. The word “Cho” means being good at speaking. To pay homage to Phrathat Chom Cho signifies future success in everything like success starts with a good talk. To get there: Take the Chiang Rai - Thoeng Route to Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, cross the bridge over the Ing River, and go further for another 250 m to the entrance to Phrathat Chom Cho. Then, drive up the hill for around 300 m. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5366 6449. Amphoe Phan Wat Phrathat Chom Wae (วัดพระธาตุจอมแว่) is located in Mu 2, Tambon Mueang Phan, on Chom Wae (old) Road. The people of Amphoe Phan and nearby districts worship this sacred pagoda. A fair is held every year on the full moon day in the ninth lunar month to pay homage to the pagoda. It has been believed that someone who pays homage and prays will succeed in making a business deal. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5372 1821. Doi Luang National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติดอยหลวง) covers an area in Amphoe Mae Suai, Amphoe Phan, Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao in Chiang Rai, Amphoe Wang Nuea in Lampang and Amphoe Mae Chai, Amphoe Mueang in Phayao. It has an area of 731, 250 rai (1,170 million square metres) with a topography of high mountains whose peak is Doi Luang. It contains mixed deciduous forest, evergreen


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forest and deciduous dipterocarp forest. There are diverse kinds of wildlife and birds. To get there: take the route Chiang Rai – Phayao for 58 km. to get to Ban Pu Kaeng. At km.773. turn right and go on for 9 km. to the national park office. One interesting tourist attraction there is Namtok Pu Kaeng, a beautiful massive waterfall in Chiang Rai. It has 9 tiers containing lots of stalagmites and stalactites. Camping and forest trekking are available. Please call 0 5360 9042 or contact the office in Bangkok at Tel: 0 2562 0760 www.dnp.go.th. Amphoe Mae Suai Wat Phrachao Thongthip (วัดพระเจ้าทองทิพย์ ) is located on the Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai Road. From the town of Chiang Rai, turn right at Km 121 in Ban Huai Som, and drive on past Tambon Si Thoi for around 6 km. According to history, in 1533 the King of Chiang Mai allowed his daughter to marry King Phothisan of Sisattanakhanahut (Lao PDR.), but she had no son. So, she went to ask for a son from Phrachao Thongthip, a Buddha image. Later, she gave the king a son who was named Prince Chaiyachetthathirat. When the prince was 12 years old, the King of Chiang Mai, his grandfather, died without an heir to the throne. The noblemen asked for the prince to reign Chiang Mai. King Phothisan agreed and let the prince bring along with him the Buddha image. The prince cruised along the Mekong, Kok, and Lao Rivers. When the boat arrived at the present location of the temple, it got stranded and was unable to continue the trip. Therefore, the image was moved ashore and left there. King Chaiyachettha ruled Chiang Mai for two years when his father died. Hence, he went back to Luang Prabang and brought with him important Buddha images of Chiang Mai; such as, Phra Kaeo Morakot, Phra Phutthasihing, Phra Setangkhamani or Phra Kaeo Khao, and many others. However, all the images were later returned to Thailand. Phrachao Thongthip was left in the forest for centuries. This 120 cm high image in the posture of subduing Mara has a lap width of 80 cm and is famous for its sacredness that someone who wishes to have a child can pray here. Chiang Rai Winery (โรงงานเชียงรายไวน์เนอรี่) produces white lychee wine “La Santé” which was served at the reception of the APEC Summit Meeting in 2003, and many other kinds. There are 2 houses on offer for visitors and they can bring food to cook their own meals. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5395 0693-4,


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08 1908 8187, 08 4378 7131, or visit the website: www. chiangraiwinery.com. To get there: Follow Highway 118, then take a turn at Km 122 and drive on for around 4 km. Other places of interest on this route include the King Naresuan the Great Shrine at Km 129, Mae Suai Dam, and Tho Phuthao Group of Toy Handicrafts, which are made of bamboo, in the village of Pa Daet, which is accessible by taking a left turn at the Mae Suai - Fang T-junction to follow Highway 109 for 4 km and another 2 kilometre off the main road into Ban Pa Daet, as well as Khrongkan Ban Lek Nai Pa Yai, which is a project to conserve the watershed forest under the royal initiative of Her Majesty the Queen. Wat Phrathat Chom Chaeng (วัดพระธาตุจอมแจ้ง) is an ancient temple located in Tambon Mae Suai. In 1939, Luangpho Adunsihawat (Singkham), Ecclesiastical District Officer of Amphoe Mae Suai and abbot of the temple, preached about reverence of the Lord Buddha’s relic pagoda to the people here. Hence, the people of Mae Suai has held a traditional fair on the full moon day in the eighth lunar month, and persuaded each other to join in the renovation of the temple. Furthermore, Luangpho Thongthip, an ancient and sacred Buddha image, is also housed here. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5365 6297. To get there: Take the road from the town of Chiang Rai toward Chiang Mai, and, before arriving in Amphoe Mae Suai, turn right at the foot of the Maenam Lao Bridge for another 200 m. The total distance is 40 km. Doi Wawi (ดอยวาวี) is a small community living in peace. This is a source of good tea: Oolong No. 12. It was said that the first tea plantation in Thailand began here. The one-thousand-year-old tea tree of three arm circumference is still found in the forest in Ban Mai Phatthana. Every year there is the Wawi Tea Sampling Festival in December. To get there: It is 85 km from town. Take Highway 118 (Mae Suai - Chiang Rai) and turn right to follow the winding Ban Tin Doi - Ban Mai Mok Cham Road, past the Mae Suai Dam. It is an asphalt road all along the route where all types of cars can travel. By bus, there is a daily mini-bus service from Amphoe Mae Suai to Doi Wawi from 8.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. For more information, contact the Wawi Sub-district Administration Organisation at Tel: 0 5360 5950, or visit the website: www.vavee.net.


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Doi Chang (ดอยช้าง) is located in Mu 3, Ban Doi Chang, Tambon Wawi. This is the location of the Chiang Rai Service Centre for Crops and Production Resources (Wawi Highland Agricultural Station). Here, there are home-grown temperate fruits and vegetables, tangerine and tea plantations, a campsite, and a viewpoint, Doi Kat Phi. During the cool season, a sea of mist can be seen in all directions, and the entrance will be spotted with cherry blossoms in pinkish-white and flowers and fruits of peach trees. The surrounding view features beautifully overlapping mountain ranges and can be seen as far as Mong Yawng, a city in Myanmar. From the viewpoint, travel further for 2 km and see the Doi Chang Buddhist Park where pristine forest has been maintained, with a large lake in the centre surrounded by trees of different sizes, and the Buddhist Ground where there are many Buddha images in various postures for the people to pay homage. Next is a Holy Well being always filled with clear, clean, and cool water. To get there: Use the same route to Doi Wawi, Highway 118, past Mae Suai, Ban Tin Doi, Mae Suai Dam, Ban Thung Phrao, Ban Huai Khrai, to Doi Chang. From Doi Wawi, drive past the Wawi Sub-district Administration Organisation for one kilometre and turn left toward Ban Huai Khrai. During the rainy season, a four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended since the dirt road is 15 km long. Doi Kat Phi or Phu Nom Sao is one of the best viewpoints for a sea of mist. It is situated 1,650 m above sea level, and 3 kilometres from the Lao Li Resort. Follow the route toward Ban Huai Chomphu and turn left toward Ban Pang San Woen. Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao Natural Hot Wells (บ่อน้ำร้อนธรรมชาติ) are located in Tambon Mae Chedi Mai on the Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai Road, at Km 64-65. There are three natural hot wells. Villagers sell eggs on the site for visitors to try boiling them in the hot well. This spot also serves as a rest area for travellers between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. Coffee, food, and souvenir stalls are available, with a mineral water service for taking a bath or soaking feet. Wat Aranyawiwekkhiri or Phrathat Chom Pho (วัดอรัญญวิเวกคีรี หรือ พระธาตุจอมผ่อ) is located in Ban Dong - Lai Na, Mu 7, Tambon Wiang. According to the temple construction records of Chiang Rai, this temple was built in 1720. In 1977, a lot of auspicious objects together with silver sheets inscribed with the history of the pagoda building in Lanna language were found during the demolition of the pagoda. The renovation was continued till completion on 5 May,


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2003. A tradition to bath the pagoda as a manner to pay homage is held every year on the full moon day in the fourth lunar month. To get there: Take Highway 118 (Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai) to Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao, past the Suanthip Vana Resort, Wiang Pa Pao Sub-district Municipality Office, and Sansali Kindergarten. Then, turn into the lane off the main road opposite Wat Si Suphan for around 2 km before reaching the temple. The total distance is 65 km. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5378 1363. Wiang Kalong Village (หมู่บ้านเวียงกาหลง) is a land of culture. It is located in Mu 5, Ban Pa San, Tambon Wiang Kalong. Follow the Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai main route and switch to Highway 120 toward Amphoe Wang Nuea for around 3 km. Then, turn left to Wat Wiang Kalong, a place of Dharma practice cum community learning centre. On the right-hand side is a pottery factory famous for Wiang Kalong-style glazeware with unique designs that depict the story of Lord Buddha, culture, and lifestyles. For further details, contact Tel: 08 9838 5874. Khun Chae National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติขุนแจ) was established in 1995. This park is shady with intact forest and rich in natural resources. There is wildlife; such as, civet, common wild pig, barking deer, porcupine, bear, slow loris, etc., and birds; such as, ashy drongo, crested serpent eagle, coppersmith barbet, blue-winged leafbird, etc. To get there: Take Highway 118 (Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai Route), the park is located at Km 55-56. Places of Interest in the Park Namtok Mae Tho (น้ำตกแม่โถ) has flowing water all year round. It is a seven-tiered waterfall and 40 m high. It is accessible by car, taking about 30-40 minutes from the park’s headquarters to the waterfall’s access (Ban Mae Tho), and continuing on foot to the waterfall. It takes about two hours to explore the seven tiers. Namtok Khun Chae (น้ำตกขุนแจ) is a beautiful six-tiered waterfall, with an area for picnicking and camping. It takes a two-hour drive from the park’s headquarters and another one-hour walk to get to the waterfall. Doi Mot (ดอยมด) is covered with thick rainforest all the way up to its tip. Various plants growing here include ground orchid, fern, moss, etc. They make it a shady area with moisture all the time. The hilltop at the height of 1,700 m abounds with forest. A forest trek on this hill takes 2 days and one night.


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Doi Langka (ดอยลังกา) is a hill of 2,000 m high, the 5th ranking in Thailand, overlooking the attractive view of the park. There is a forest trekking route taking 4 days and 3 nights. An officer is needed for a forest trek in the Khun Chae National Park. Trekkers are required to bring their own camping gear. The best time for a visit is from November to March. For those who are interested in forest trekking and camping, contact the Khun Chae National Park, Tambon Mae Chedi Mai, Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao, Chiang Rai 57260, Tel: 0 5316 3364, 08 4489 2173, or the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation, Tel: 0 2562 0760, www.dnp.go.th.

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EVENTS & FESTIVALS Wai Sa Phaya Mengrai or Phokhun Mengrai Maharat Festival (งานไหว้สาพญาเม็งราย หรือ งานพ่อขุนเม็งรายมหาราช) or King Mengrai the Great Festival is held at the old Chiang Rai airport, objected to worship and pay homage to King Mengrai the Great who established Chiang Rai City. The main activities are the homage paying rite of King Mengrai’s royal ashes stupa, the Prolong Life and Oblation Ceremonies of the monument, Procession of King Mengrai’s Worship Offerings, “Wais a Phaya Mengrai” homage paying ceremony, the exhibition booths of the government and private organization in the province. For more details, contact Chiang Rai Provincial administration office Tel: 0 5371 1612, 0 5374 4341 Dok Siao Ban or Dok Siao Blossom Festival at Phu Chi Fa (งานดอก เสี้ยวบานที่ภูชี้ฟ้า) is scheduled to be mid of February at Mu 24 Baan Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tub Tao, Amphoe Theong. The activities are hilltribes cultural performances, hilltribe traditional games, Miss Dok Siao beauty contest, view Dok Siao (White Wild Bauhinias) in full bloom. For details, contact Tambon Tub Tao Administration Organization Tel: 0 5360 9494, 0 5371 0194-6

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Songkran Festival and Boat Races of Mueang Chiang Saen (งานประเพณีสงกรานต์และแข่งเรือเมืองเชียงแสน) is held during 13-18 April of each year. In this festival, there is a parade, water bathing ceremony of the Phrachao Lanthong Buddha image, boat races and folk performances. Lichee Fair (งานเทศกาลลิ้นจี่และของดีเมืองเชียงราย) is held around the middle of May every year. There is a float competition, Lichi beauty contest and booths of many products at the provincial stadium of Chiang Rai. Buatong Ban or Blooming Mexican Sunflower Festival (งานเทศกาลดอกบัวตองบาน) is held in November. See performances from hilltribes and visit the sunflower field, waterfalls and a sea of mist at Ban Hua Mae Kham, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang. Tea-tasting and Cheery Blossoms Festival (งานชิมชา ซากุระบาน อาหารชนเผ่า ดอยแม่สลอง) Tambon Mae Salong Administrative Organization has organized “Tea-Tasting and Cherry Blossoms Festival in Doi Mae Salong” during 28 December-2 January at Ban Suntikiree village. The objectives are to promote cultures, arts and traditions of the hilltribes. Wawee Tea Tasting, Good Quality of Doi Chang Fresh Roasted Coffee Tasting (งานชิมชาวาวี ชิมกาแฟสดรสดี ดอยช้าง) Tambon Vavee administrative Organization has set up the festival of “Vavee Tea, Doi Chang Fresh Roasted Coffee Tasting” and promoting traditions and cultures of Vavee in December at Vavee village, Amphoe Mae Suai. Mekong Cultural Affinity Fair and Four-nation Loi Krathong Festival (งานวัฒนธรรมสัมพันธ์ลุ่มน้ำโขง) are organized by the Chiang Rai Municipality Office. Activities include cultural performances from China, Lao PDR., Myanmar, and Thailand, sales of OTOP items, procession of artificial Krathong cups, Nopphamat Beauty Pageant, etc. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5371 1333. LOCAL PRODUCTS Chiang Rai is rich in handicraft items such as hand-woven cotton materials, dresses and hilltribe silver ornaments, as well as wood-carving products. Certain food items are quite popular such as Naem and Mu Yo (preserved and fermented pork sausages). Agricultural products include lychee (April-May), pineapples, tea, and other products from the royal projects.


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INTERESTING ACTIVITIES Trekking The trekking area in Chiang Rai covers Amphoe Mueang, Amphoe Mae Suai, and the banks along the Mae Kok River. Prices include guide, basic meals, transportation, accommodation, boat, and elephant. Different prices depend on the condition of accommodation, food, vehicle, insurance etc. Trekking Advices 1. Trekking alone or with unauthorized tour guide/ operator is not recommended. 2. Trekker is advised to contact an authorized tour operator who provides: brochure with detailed information on trekking program, prices, accommodation, transportation; well-trained guide and licensed by TAT; and advice on how to get ready for trekking including necessary trekking accessories. 3. Some trekking guides may encourage customers to try a sample of opium, or make a side trip into Myanmar. These sound very exciting but any of these can be very dangerous. Taking narcotics is illegal (may lead to imprisonment) and smoking opium may lead to death. Tour operators, guides, as well as tourists are all requested to cooperate in this regard and notify the Tourist Police of such blameworthy behavior. Call 1155 or 0 5371 7779, 0 5371 7796 4. Malaria exists only in hill and forest areas. During the trip protect yourself with mosquito repellent, sleep under mosquito net. If having a fever within 15 days following, one must have a blood check at the nearest hospital. Travel along Kok River (Route: Tha Ton – Chiang Rai) Tha Ton is a village along the Kok riverside, 24 km. north of Amphoe Fang, Chiang Mai. Attractions along the route: Phra That Sub Fang, many tribal villages near the river and hot spring. Either long-tailed boat or bamboo house rafts with pilot is available for travelling. For more information, please contact Ban Tha Ton Boat Club Tel: 0 5345 9427 or rafting which takes 3 days 2 nights at Thip Travel Tel: 0 5345 9312, Tha Ton Tour Tel: 0 5337 3141. There are 4-5 resorts and guesthouses at Tha Ton and also in Amphoe Fang. Golf Courses Santiburi Country Club (สันติบุรี คันทรี่คลับ) 12 Mu 3 Panwithi Rd., Khlong Dan, Bang Bo, Amphoe Wiang Chai , 8 km. from the city Tel: 0 5366 2821-6, Fax: 0 5371 7377 (18 hole)


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Sun Valley Golf & Country Club (ซันวาเลย์ กอล์ฟ แอนด์ คันทรีคลับ) Amphoe Phan at km. 799 of Super Highway Tel: 0 5366 6605 (18 hole) Waterford Valley Golf & Lodge (วอเตอร์ฟอร์ด วัลเล่ย์) 333 Mu 5, Pa Sang, Wiang Chiang Rung sub-district, 35 km. from the city Tel: 0 5395 3425-6, 0 5395 3445-6 Fax: 0 5395 3447 (18 hole), www.waterford.co.th Agrotourism Chiang Rai Horticultural Research Centre (ศูนย์วิจัยพืชสวนเชียงราย) is located in Pa Ko Village on Highway 1211 (Den Ha - Dong Mada Route), 6.5 km from town. Visitors can see beds of decorative flowers; such as, Patumma or Siam tulip (Curcuma), Krachiao (Curcuma), rose, chrysanthemum, gladiolus, lily, etc., vegetables; such as, cabbage, green bean, garden pea, etc., and a herbal garden, on an area of more than 2,000 rai. In addition, there is a giant lake which is habitat to various species of waterfowl, especially duck. The centre is open daily from 8.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Houses, tents, and restaurants are available for visitors. Fresh agricultural produce and processed products are on sale. For further details, contact Tel: 0 5317 0100 Fax: 0 5317 0102. Wawi Highland Agricultural Experiment Station (Chiang Rai (Wawi) Service Centre for Crops and Production Resources) (สถานีทดลองเกษตรที่สูงดอยวาวี) is located in Mu 3, Ban Doi Chang, Amphoe Mae Suai. It was established in 1985 with the cooperation from the Horticultural Research Institute, Department of Agriculture, and the Thai-German Highland Development Programme. With the location at about 1,500 m above sea level, the weather here is cool all year round; the average temperature is 18-19 degrees Celsius. The area is used for research and experiments of growing plants on highland soil, including macadamia, tea, Arabica coffee, fruit trees, persimmon, peach, chestnut, temperate vegetables and flowers, tulip, etc. Among the interesting places is the Garden of Fragrant Flowers in Honour of Her Majesty the Queen. There are also viewpoints for seeing a sea of mist and impressive sunrise and sunset. The station has provided houses, restaurants, and a campsite for visitors. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5360 5934, 0 5360 5941, 0 5360 5955, Fax: 0 5360 5935. Pha Mon Highland Agricultural Extension Centre (ศูนย์ส่ง เสริม การเกษตรที่สูงดอยผาหม่น) is located in Amphoe Thoeng. It promotes the growing of temperate flowers; such as, tulip, lily, red salvia, red


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poinsettia or Christmas flower, etc. During the cool season, visitors come to admire the beautiful scene of blossoms in various colours, with the beauty of the landscape that makes them feel fresh amidst a cool atmosphere. Houses are on offer for visitors, without a restaurant service. Advance reservation is required at Tel: 0 5391 8555. To get there: From the town of Chiang Rai, take Highway 1020 toward Amphoe Thoeng – Amphoe Chiang Kham, turn left at the Phu Sang Witthayakhom School, and drive on past the Namtok Phu Sang National Park, and Ban Huak, a village on the Lao - Thai border. Hua Mae Kham Highland Agricultural Extension Centre (ศูนย์ส่งเสริมการเกษตรที่สูงหัวแม่คำ) is located in Amphoe Mae Fa Luang. It enhances villagers to earn income from growing temperate flowers; such as, lily, gladiolus, gerbera, tulip, etc. The centre has offered houses and tents for visitors. For further information, contact the Chiang Rai Provincial Agricultural Office at Tel: 0 5377 3496. There are other Agricultural Extension Offices which are also interesting as follow; 1. Mae Chan District Agricultural Extension Office (ศูนย์ส่งเสริมเกษตรแม่จัน) Tel: 0 5377 1654 2. Chiang Rai Agricultural Research Center (ศูนย์วิจัยพืชสวนเชียงราย) Tel: 0 5367 8202 Good Tea Plantations (ไร่ชาพันธุ์ดี): CEN Tea Orchard on Doi Sawan, Amphoe Mae Chan, Tel: 0 5377 1742, www.centea.net; Suwirun Tea Plantation, Amphoe Mae Lao, Tel: 0 5371 2007; 101 Tea Plantation, Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5214; Chok Chamroen Plantation, Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5114; and Wang Phuttan Tea, Tel: 0 5376 5094. Tour Sam Lo Pho Wat (ทัวร์สามล้อผ่อวัด) is a half-day tour by Sam Lo, a three-wheel pedalling vehicle, to visit nine important temples in the town of Chiang Rai. Visitors may opt for some temples in case of limited time. Fee is 120 Baht / hour / vehicle for two people. Contact Khun Chalong, Head of the Sam Lo Stand at Tel: 08 5031 0417. Spa/Traditional Thai Massage Kasemrat Si Burin Hospital ( โรงพยาบาลเกษมราษฎร์ศรีบุ รินทร์ ) Tel: 0 5391 0999. It is open from 10.00 a.m.-8.00 p.m. Sumali Chiang Rai Health and Spa Centre (ศูนย์สุขภาพและสปา สุมาลี เชียงราย) 681/7 Si Koet Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 9544, Fax: 0 5360 1158. It is open from 9.00 a.m.-9.00 p.m. Kanda Hatthawet (กานดาหัตถเวช) In front of the Wang Kham Hotel, Tel: 0 5375 2220. It is open from 9.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m.


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Sathan Phayaban Phaet Phaen Thai / Spa Lanna (สถานพยาบาล แพทย์แผนไทย/ สปาล้านนา) Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, Tel: 0 5377 6063, 0 5370 3388 (advance reservation required). Wanasom Resort (วนาศรม รีสอร์ท) Mae Fah Luang University, Tel: 0 5360 3600-2. Dok Kaeo Hatthawet (ดอกแก้วหัตถเวช) Thanalai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4611. Sappaya (สปัปายะ) 778/7-8 Singhakhlai Road (near Wat Si Bunrueang), Tel: 0 5374 4554, 08 1421 4175, 08 1595 6455. Suchada Spa and Health Holistic Centre (สุชาดา สปาและศูนย์องค์รวมสุขภาพ) 20/2 Phahonyothin (old) Road (behind the Little Duck Hotel), Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 8765. Mineral Water Bath Namphu Ron Pong Phrabat (น้ำพุร้อนโป่งพระบาท) Phahonyothin Road. Turn left at Km 836-837 for 3 km. There are 10 rooms for a mineral water bath and soak. Service charge is 30 Baht per person, Tel: 0 5370 3262. Bo Nam Ron Pha Soet (บ่อน้ำร้อนผาเสริฐ) Tambon Doi Hang. There are two accesses. By boat, embark at the C.R. Pier at the foot of the Mae Fa Luang Bridge, Tel: 0 5375 0009. The boat ride takes 50 minutes and is priced at 700 Baht for 8 people. By car, follow the Na Khai - Si Yaek Den Ha Road for 20 km. There are rooms for a mineral water bath (40 Baht) and an open pool (30 Baht). This hot well has been managed by the Doi Hang Sub-district Administration Organisation, Tel: 0 5317 0545-6 www.doihang.com. Namphu Ron Huai Hin Fon (น้ำพุร้อนห้วยหินฝน) On Highway 1089 (Mae Chan - Tha Ton). There are 8 small rooms and 2 common rooms for a mineral water bath at the price of 100 Baht per person, Tel: 08 1992 1472. Bo Nam Ron Mae Khachan (บ่อน้ำร้อนแม่ขะจาน) On Highway 118 (Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai) at Km 64. It is a rest area with souvenir shops and rooms for a mineral water bath managed by a private operator. Homestay Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai Ban Chakhue Cultural Centre (ศูนย์วัฒนธรรมบ้านจะคือ) Tambon Huai Chomphu, Tel: 08 6930 2375, 08 9953 5193. The Mirror Foundation (มูลนิธิกระจกเงา) Tambon Mae Yao, Tel: 0 5373 7412-3, 0 5373 7616.


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Ban Akha Phatthana (บ้านอาข่าพัฒนา) Tambon Mae Yao, Tel: 08 6117 8830, Khun Apha Choemue. Homestay Muser Ban Chakhue (โฮมสเตย์มูเซอบ้านจะคือ) Tambon Huai Chomphu. Ban Karen Khaeo Wua Dam (บ้านกะเหรี่ยงแคววัวดำ) Tambon Mae Yao. Other Districts Ban Ayae (บ้านอาแหยะ) Tambon Pa Tueng, Amphoe Mae Chan, Tel: 0 5391 8453 Ban Klang (บ้านกลาง) Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang, Tel: 0 5371 0024, 08 5038 6362. Ban Hua Mae Kham (บ้านหัวแม่คำ) Tambon Mae Salong Nai, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang, Tel: 08 6192 0170 (Khun Mali). Ban Akha Hill House (บ้านอาข่าฮิลล์เฮาส์) Tambon Doi Hang, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang, Tel: 08 9997 5505. Ban Huai Khilek (บ้านห้วยขี้เหล็ก) Tambon Wawi, Amphoe Mae Suai, Tel: 0 5360 9446-7, 08 9955 9872. For more information, contact the Social Development Centre, 12th

Unit, Chiang Rai, Tel: 0 5391 8415. Horse Riding Simok Farm (สีหมอกฟาร์ม) 270 Mu 14, Soi 1 Ban Mae Salong Nai Road, Tambon Pa Sang, Amphoe Mae Chan (near Wat Tham Pa Acha Thong), Tel: 08 1796 7775, 08 1724 5818, 08 9838 3423. About 60 horses are available. Namchok Farm (นำโชคฟาร์ม) Tambon Tha Sut, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai. Drive past the junction of Mae Fah Luang University on the way toward Mae Sai for 2.5 km. It is located on the Chiang Rai - Mae Chan Road (behind the Palabola). Tel: 08 1567 3940. Activities include a horse riding training course (300 Baht/hour), horse rides in longan and lychee plantations within the farm (350 Baht/hour), and a round of a horse ride (50 Baht/15 minutes, 100 Baht/30 minutes). About 30 horses are available. Example of Tour Programme Day 1 7.00 a.m. - Breakfast. 8.00 a.m. - Pay homage to Phra Yok Chiang Rai (the jade Buddha image) at Wat Phra Kaeo. - Pay homage to the Monument of Phokhun Mengrai Maharat, King Mengrai the Great, who built the city of Chiang Rai.


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9.00 a.m. - Depart for Doi Mae Salong via the Mae Chan - Mae Ai Route. 10.00 a.m. - Arrive at the village of Santi Khiri, Doi Mae Salong, and learn about the history of Doi Mae Salong at the Chinese Martyrs’ Memorial. - See the cemetery of General Tuan, view the scenery of Doi Mae Salong from Phrathat Chedi Srinagarindra, visit a tea plantation, and sip tea for health. 11.30 a.m. - Yunnan-style lunch. 12.30 p.m. - Depart for Phrathat Doi Tung. 1.30 p.m. - Pay homage to Phrathat Doi Tung. 2.00 p.m. - Depart for Phra Tamnak Doi Tung. 2.30 p.m. - Visit Phra Tamnak Doi Tung (Doi Tung Palace) and take photos with beautiful flowers in the Mae Fa Luang Garden. 4.00 p.m. - Depart for Mae Sai, a border town between Thailand and Myanmar (Mae Sai - Tha Chi Lek). 4.30 p.m. - Buy souvenir products in the Mae Sai and Tha Chi Lek Markets. 6.00 p.m. - Dinner. - Stay overnight in Amphoe Mae Sai. Day 2 8.00 a.m. - Breakfast. 9.00 a.m. - Depart for Amphoe Chiang Saen. 9.30 a.m. - Visit the Hall of Opium, Golden Triangle Park. 11.00 a.m. - View the scenery of Sop Ruak, the Golden Triangle as a border area linking Thailand, Myanmar, and Lao PDR., which is demarcated by the Mekong River. 12.00 a.m. - Lunch in Amphoe Chiang Saen. 1.00 p.m. - Pay homage to Phrathat Pu Khao. 2.00 p.m. - Learn about the history of Chiang Saen at the Chiang Saen National Museum. 3.00 p.m. - Pay homage to Phrathat Chom Kitti. 4.00 p.m. - Travel back to the town of Chiang Rai. 5.00 p.m. - Arrive in the town of Chiang Rai and check in to the accommodation.


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FACILITIES IN CHIANG RAI ACCOMMODATION (Note: The room rates mentioned in this brochure may be changed without notice. Please ask for current information from each hotel before making reservation.) Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai Aeng Doi Resort (แอ่งดอยรีสอร์ท) 59 Ban Doi Pu Khai, Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 08 1993 1956, 0 5379 3023, 7 houses: 750 Baht Akha Hill House (อาข่าฮิลเฮาส์) 97/7 Tambon Doi Hang, Tel: 0 5391 8442, 08 9997 5505, www.akhahill.com, 26 rooms: 200-2,000 Baht Akha River House (อาข่าริ เวอร์ เฮาส์ ) 485 Mu 21 Ko Loi Road, Tel: 0 5371 5084, www.akha.info, 18 rooms: 200-400 Baht Amarin Resort (อัมรินทร์รีสอร์ท) 179/1 Mu 20 Ko Thong Road, Tambon Rop Wiang (100 metres from the Yunnan Restaurant), Tel: 0 5374 8785-6, Fax: 0 5374 8796, www.amarinresortchiangrai.com, 20 rooms: 1,500-1,800 Baht Amon Inn Resort (อมรอินน์รีสอร์ท) Sanambin Road, Tel: 0 5375 6041-3, 30 rooms: 700 Baht Art-Ann (อาร์ต-แอนน์) 5 San Khong Luang Road (near Wat Chiang Yuen), Tel: 0 5371 5605, 31 rooms: 350-400 Baht Baan Nattawadee Resort and Restaurant (บ้านณัฐวดีรีสอร์ทแอนด์ เรสเทอรองท์) 289 Mu 2 Hat Chiang Rai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel/Fax: 0 5375 8541, 0 5375 8545, www.baannattawadee.com, E-mail: [email protected], 17 rooms: 800-1,400 Baht Baan Rub Aroon Guesthouse (บ้านรับอรุณ เกสต์ เฮาส์ ) 65 Ngam Mueang Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 1827, 0 5371 1234, Fax: 0 5371 1827, www.baanrubaroon.net, 6 rooms: 450-750 Baht Baan Viriam Resort (บ้านวิเรียม รีสอร์ท) 67/1 Mu 1 Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5371 7563, 20 rooms: 400-600 Baht Ban Du (บ้ านดู่ ) 252 Mu 4 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 08 1917 9560, 51 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht Ban Ing Doi Resort (บ้านอิงดอย รีสอร์ท) 603 Mu 14 Doi Khao Khwai Road, Tel: 0 5371 7844-6, 0 5371 5883, www.ingdoicrresort.com, 35 bungalows: 750-2,000 Baht Ban Khiang Dao (บ้านเคียงดาว) 389 Phu Plai Fa, Tambon Mae Kon, Tel: 08 1831 8864, 08 1573 7910, Fax: 0 5372 6011, 8 rooms: 1,000-4,000 Baht Ban Khun Yom (บ้านขุนยม) 155 Thanalai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4733, Fax: 0 5371 6216, 40 rooms: 600-800 Baht Ban Lanna (บ้านล้านนา) 395 Mu 2 Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 2555, 41 rooms: 400-800 Baht


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Ban Rabieng Chom Fa (บ้านระเบียงชมฟ้า) 386 Phahonyothin Road, Mu 5 Tambon Tha Sut, Tel: 0 5366 1118, www.rb-cf.com, 10 bungalows: 1,000-4,000 Baht Ban Suan Nang Lae Resort (บ้ านสวนนางแล รีสอร์ท) 298 Mu 5 Phahonyothin Road, Km. 851, Tambon Tha Sut, Tel: 0 5377 2490-1, 60 rooms: 600-6,000 Baht, camping ground available. Ban Suan River View (บ้านสวนริเวอร์วิว) 131 Mu 3 Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5370 0305, 37 rooms: 550-650 Baht Ban Warabodee (บ้านวราบดี) 59/1 Mu 18 San Pa Nat Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 4488, 0 5371 9292, Fax: 0 5371 9293, 16 rooms: 500-700 Baht Bun Bandan Guesthouse (บุญบันดาล เกสต์เฮาส์) 1005/13 Chet Yot Road, Tel: 0 5371 7040-1, 31 rooms: 200-450 Baht Chansom House (จันทร์สมเฮาส์) 897/2 Chet Yot Road, Tel: 0 5371 4779, 0 5371 4552, 30 rooms: 450-650 Baht Chat Residence (ฉัตร เรสซิเดนซ์) 56/9 Mu 11, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 7231-2, www.chatresidence.com, 42 rooms: 850-1,080 Baht Chayanee Court (ชยานี คอร์ท) 89 Mu 5 Ban Pa Rai, Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5370 3334, 0 5370 2344, 08 1681 1058, 80 rooms: 250-450 Baht/ night, 1,600-2,500 Baht/ month Chiang Rai Condotel (เชียงรายคอนโดเทล) 72 Uttarakit Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 6060, 0 5374 4120-1, 200 rooms: 350 Baht/ night, 4,500 Baht/ month. Chiang Rai Hill Resort (เชียงราย ฮิลล์ รีสอร์ท) Ban Huai Khom, Tambon Mae Yao, Tel: 0 5373 7162, 0 5373 7165, 08 1814 4303, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2311 4588 (please contact after 5.00 p.m.), www.chiangraihillresort.com, 16 rooms: 1,800 Baht Chiang Rai Inn (เชียงราย อินน์) 661 Uttarakit Road, Tel: 0 5371 7700-3, 77 rooms: 600-1,573 Baht Chiang Rai Villa (เชียงรายวิลล่า) 317/162 Mu 13 Soi 8/2, Muban Sin Thani 3, Tambon Tha Sai, Tel: 08 1927 0786, www.chiangraivilla.com, 1 large accommodation, 4,000-5,000 Baht City Home (ซิตี้ โฮม) 868 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5360 0155, Fax: 0 5375 0859, 20 rooms: 300-1,200 Baht Di Town Inn (ดีทาวน์อินน์) 175/1 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 8833, Fax: 0 5374 8834, 60 rooms: 350-500 Baht Diamond Park Inn (ไดมอนด์ ปาร์ค อินน์) 903/1 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5375 2789-90, Fax: 0 5375 2980, 57 rooms: 700 Baht Diamond Park Inn Resort (ไดมอนด์ปาร์คอินน์ รีสอร์ท) 74/6 Mu 18 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 4960-2, Fax: 0 5375 4963, 78 rooms: 850-1,800 Baht


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Dusit Island Resort (ดุสิต ไอส์แลนด์ รีสอร์ท) 1129 Kraisonsit Road, Tel: 0 5371 5777-9, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2636 3333, www.dusit.com, 271 rooms: 5,178-11,000 Baht Golden Land ( โกลเดนแลนด์ ) 1/5-6 Sanambin Kao Road, Mu 13 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 8655, 0 5371 7477, Fax: 0 5371 8656, 79 rooms: 450-1,500 Baht Golden Triangle Inn (โกลเดนไทรแองเกิล อินน์) 590/2 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 1339, 0 5371 3918, www.goldenchiangrai.com, Fax: 0 5371 3963, 31 rooms: 650-1,200 Baht Goldenpine Resort (โกลเดนไพน์ รีสอร์ท) 291 Mu 4, Tambon Nang Lae, Tel: 0 5370 6270-9, Fax: 0 5370 6280, www.goldenpineresort.net, 80 rooms: 3,500-7,000 Baht Huaikhum Resort (ห้วยกุ่ม รีสอร์ท) 268/9 Mu 9 Tambon Huai Chomphu, Tel: 0 5391 8254, Fax: 0 5391 8232, www.huaikhum.idv.tw, www.huaikhum.com, 27 rooms: 1,600-3,700 Baht In Kham (อินคำ) 176/2 Rat Bamrung Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 7850-79, 104 rooms: 1,000-1,500 Baht Ing Doi Resort and Sportsclub (อิงดอยรีสอร์ท แอนด์ สปอร์ตคลับ) 603 Mu 24 Doi Khao Khwai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 7844-6, Fax: 0 5371 5883, http://ingdoicrai.igetweb.com, 35 rooms: 800-2,000 Baht Kitty Court (คิตตี้ คอร์ท) 30 Mu 17 Soi Ruam Chai, San Khok Chang Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 5091-3, 42 rooms: 450 Baht/ night, 3,000 Baht/ month. Kok View Apartment (กกวิว อพาร์ทเมนท์) 221 Mu 2 Ban Rong Suea Ten Soi 3, Mae Kok Road, Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 9225-8, 44 rooms: 400 Baht/ night, 4,000 Baht/ month. La Vie en Rose (ลาวีอองโรส) 292/9 Ratchayotha Road, Tel: 0 5360 1331-2, Fax: 0 5360 0470, E-mail: [email protected], 28 rooms: 1,350-4,000 Baht Lahu Tribal Homestay (ลาหู่ไทรเบอล์) 175 Mu 1 Tambon Doi Hang, Tel: 0 5317 0641, 5 bungalows: 300 Baht Laluna Hotel and Resort (ลาลูน่า โฮเทล แอนด์ รีสอร์ท) 160 Sanambin Road, Tambon Rop Mueang, Tel: 0 5375 6442-3, 0 5375 6558, E-mail: [email protected], 79 rooms: 1,000-2,500 Baht Lan Kham (ลานคำ) 648/5 Uttarakit Road, Tel: 0 5374 0253-9, 60 rooms: 500-1,500 Baht Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort (เลอเมอริเดียนเชียงรายรีสอร์ท) 221/2 Mu 20 Khwae Wai, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5360 3333, Fax: 0 5360 3330, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2639 6522-5, www.lemeridien.com/chiangrairesort, 159 rooms: 7,000-30,000 Baht


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Little Duck (ลิตเติ้ลดั๊ก) 199 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5371 5620-30, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2691 5941-5, 330 rooms: 1,200-35,000 Baht Luck Swan Resort and Spa (ลักษวรรณรีสอร์ทแอนด์สปา) 499 Mu 4 Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5375 0855, 08 9700 2511, Fax: 0 5375 0857, www.luckswanresort.com, 36 rooms: 1,200-1,800 Baht Mae Kok Resort (แม่กกรีสอร์ท) Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 08 1602 8670, 08 9757 4882, 10 rooms: 350-450 Baht, 12 tents available at 200 Baht each. Manee Inn (มณีอินน์) 25 Mu 14 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 08 9700 2611, www.maneeinn.com, 30 rooms: 600 Baht Mohnfahsai Home Resort (ม่อนฟ้าใส โฮม รีสอร์ท) 114 Mu 8 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5377 6129, Fax: 0 5377 6128, 0 5371 5615, 19 rooms: 1,200-2,200 Baht Monman Resort (ม่อนแมนรีสอร์ท) 151 Mu 13 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 08 9755 7911, Fax: 0 5371 8999, 10 rooms: 1,500-3,000 Baht Moon and Sun (มูน แอนด์ ซัน) 632 Singhakhlai Road, Tel: 0 5371 9279-80, Fax: 0 5374 4906, 28 rooms: 800-1,100 Baht Morning Dew Lodge (มอนิ่ ง ดิว ลอด์จ) 86 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 9231, Fax: 0 5371 9232, 30 rooms: 600-700 Baht Naga Hill Resort (นาคาฮิลล์ รีสอร์ท) 83 Mu 8 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5370 2120, www.nagahill.com, 9 bungalows: 800-1,800 Baht Nam Thong Resort (น้ำทอง รีสอร์ท) 121/588 Mu 3 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5376 7500-2 Fax: 0 5376 7505, www.namthongresort.com, 56 rooms: 600-1,500 Baht Namchong Garden Homestay (น้ำชงการ์เดนโฮมสเตย์) 477 Mu 7 Ban Nang Lae Nai, Tel: 0 5370 6343, 08 9633 6286, 08 1603 9003, Fax: 0 5370 6344, www.namchong-garden.com, 6 rooms: 600-800 Baht Napa Lodge (นภา ลอด์จ) 420/2 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 7345, 23 rooms: 300-400 Baht New Maleena Ville (นิวมาลีน่ า วิลล์ ) 863 Wat Phra Non Road, Tel: 0 5371 2931, 0 5371 4933, www maleenahotel.com, 41 rooms: 400 Baht Nim Si Seng (นิ่มซี่เส็ง) 930/14 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel/Fax: 0 5360 0421-2, 76 rooms: 450-800 Baht Orchid Hut (ออร์คิด ฮัท) 114/3 Night Bazaar, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal, Tel: 0 5371 2460, 15 rooms: 300-400 Baht Orchids Guesthouse (ออคิดส์ เกสต์ เฮาส์ ) 1012/3 Chet Yot Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 8361, E-mail:orchidsguesthouse@ yahoo.com, 15 rooms: 350-450 Baht P.S. Guesthouse (พี เอส เกสต์เฮาส์) 82/2 Mu 21 Ko Loi Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4521, 9 rooms: 300-450 Baht


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Palm Garden (ปาล์ม การ์เดน) 375/1 Mu 19 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 2252-3, Fax: 0 5374 3252, www.thepalmgarden.com, 33 rooms: 900-2,500 Baht Pan Klet Villa (แป้นเกล็ด วิลล่า) 481 Mu 24 Doi Khao Khwai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 7552, 28 rooms: 350-650 Baht Petchsiam Palace (เพชรสยามพาเลส) 124 Mu 17 Soi Ruam Chai, San Khok Chang Road, Tel: 0 5375 4057-60, Fax: 0 5375 4060, E-mail: [email protected], 75 rooms: 350-1,200 Baht Phiman Inn (พิมาน อินน์) 652/1 Mu 24 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 6733, Fax: 0 5375 6753, 149 rooms: 450-700 Baht Phowadol Resort and Spa ( โพธิ์ วดลรีสอร์ทแอนด์สปา) 183 Mu 3 Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 8600, Fax: 0 5371 8700, 154 rooms: 3,700-65,000 Baht Phu Lae Inn Resort (ภูแลอินน์ รีสอร์ท) 238 Mu 4 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5315 1635-6, www.phulae-inn.com, 30 rooms: 300-600 Baht Ploy-Plu Residence (พลอย-พลู เรสซิ เดนซ์ ) 161/5 Mu 9 Mengrai Anuson Road, Soi 6 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5360 0456, Fax: 0 5360 0455, www.pp-residence.com, 27 rooms: 500-800 Baht Pong Phrabat Resort (โป่งพระบาท รีสอร์ท) 211 Mu 3 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5391 8640, Fax: 0 5374 3252, 15 bungalows: 500-1,800 Baht Primada Place (พริมาดา เพลส) 452 Mu 13 Super Highway Road, Tel: 0 5375 4975-9, Fax: 0 5375 4979, 25 rooms: 350-800 Baht Rajabhat Inn (ราชภัฏ อินน์) 80 Mu 9 Tambon Ban Du, Phahonyothin Road, Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, Tel: 0 5377 6010, 0 5377 6272, www.rajabhatinn.com, 20 rooms: 450 Baht Rangsinee Resort (รังสินี รีสอร์ท) 42 Mu 8 (on the way to Namtok Pong Phrabat), Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 08 1885 4241, 08 7660 8785, Fax: 0 5371 7568. Red Rose Hotel (เรดโรสโฮเต็ล) 60 Mu 14 Pracha Santi Road, Tel: 0 5375 6888, www.redrosehotel.com, 50 rooms: 650 Baht Rimkok Resort (ริมกก รีสอร์ท) 6 Mu 4, Chiang Rai-Tha Ton Road, Tel: 0 5371 6445-60, Fax: 0 5371 5859, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2279 0102, 0 2278 5450, www.rimkokresort.com, 256 rooms: 1,700-8,000 Baht River View House (บ้านพักริมน้ำ) 103 Mu 4 Ban Pong Na Kham, Tambon Doi Hang, Tel: 0 5391 8222, 08 5720 4610, 500-800 Baht Ruean Inn (เรือนอินน์) 1/9 Mu 14 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 9833-5, Fax: 0 5371 9836, www.rueaninn.com, E-mail: rueaninn [email protected], 50 rooms: 550-850 Baht Ruean Thip ( เรือนทิพย์ ) 555 Rat Bamrung Road (opposite the entrance of the Chiang Rai Air Base), Tel: 0 5371 9444-8, 77 rooms, 350-1,000 Baht


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Rueang Nakhon (เรืองนคร) 25 Rueang Nakhon Road, Tel: 0 5371 1566-7, 61 rooms: 350-650 Baht S.B. Mansion (เอส บี แมนชั่น) 225 Mu 4 Mae Kok Road, Ban Mai Intersection, Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 9422-5, 124 rooms: 500-800 Baht/ day 4,500-6,000 Baht/ month. Sabai Inn Resort (สบาย อินน์ รีสอร์ท) 136/3 Sanambin Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 6600-1, 55 rooms: 350-500 Baht Sabun N-ga International Hostel (สบนังา [บา้นนานาชาตสิบนังา เชยีงราย]) 226/50 San Khong Noi Road, Tel: 0 5371 2290, Fax: 0 5371 6440, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2628 7413-5, www.sabun-nga.com, 20 rooms: 450 Baht Saenkhamfa Resort (แสนคำฟ้า รีสอร์ท) 325 Mu 8 Tambon Ban Du (at the entrance of Chiang Rai Rajabhat University), Tel: 0 5370 3407, 26 rooms: 500-800 Baht Saenphu (แสนภู ) 389 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 7300-8, 104 rooms: 650 Baht Si San Nam Kon Resort (สีสันน้ำกรณ์รีสอร์ท) 200 Mu 6 Tambon Mae Kon, Tel: 0 5372 6538, 08 1453 1885, 6 rooms: 1,500 Baht Sport Inn (สปอร์ตอินน์) 557 Pracha Santi Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 6959, Fax: 0 5375 6156, 96 rooms: 350-500 Baht Sri Chiang Rai Resort (ศรีเชียงราย รีสอร์ท) 104 Mu 5 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5370 3651, 7 rooms and 2 bungalows: 400-600 Baht Sri Nawarin (ศรีนวรินทร์) 118/16 Mu 15 San Khong Noi Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5360 1655, 20 rooms: 350-500 Baht Starbright (สตาร์ไบร์ท) 869/116 Pemawiphat Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 2960-3, Fax: 0 5375 2964, 8 rooms: 4,000-6,000 Baht Suan Nam Resort (สวนน้ำรีสอร์ท) 185 Mu 4 Tambon Rim Kok (Ban Mai Soi 10), Tel: 0 5360 1504, Fax: 0 5360 1508, 14 rooms: 350-600 Baht Teak Garden Spa Resort (ทีค การ์เดน สปา รีสอร์ท) 115 Mu 19 Tambon Ban Du, Sanambin Nanachat Road (50 metres from the airport), Tel: 0 5379 3333, 0 5370 3781-5, Fax: 0 5379 3643, www.teaksparesort.com, 80 rooms: 2,500-3,500 Baht Thanapat (ธนภัทร์ ) 473/30 Singhakhlai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 2492, 17 rooms: 300-500 Baht Thanya Inn (ธันยา อินน์) 897 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4966-7, 79 rooms: 450 Baht The Legend Chiang Rai (เดอะ เลเจนด์ เชียงราย) 124/15 Mu 21 Ko Loi Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5391 0400, 0 5371 9649, Fax: 0 5371 9650, www.thelegend-chiangrai.com, 78 rooms: 5,500-12,000 Baht The Mantrini (เดอะมันตรินี่) 292/13 Mu 13 Phahonyothin Mai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5360 1555-9, Fax: 0 5360 1560, www.mantrini.com, 63 rooms: 4,450-5,500 Baht


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The North (เดอะนอร์ท) 612/100 Sirikorn Market, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 9873, Fax: 0 5374 0156, www.thenorth.co.th, E-mail: [email protected], 17 rooms: 600-1,000 Baht The River House Resort and Spa (เดอะ ริเวอร์ เฮาส์ รีสอร์ท แอนด์ สปา) 482 Mu 4 Mae Kok Road, Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5375 0829-45, Fax: 0 5375 0822, www.riverhouse-chiangrai.com, 36 rooms: 5,000-8,900 Baht The White House ( เดอะ ไวท์ เฮาส์ ) 789/7 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 3427, 0 5374 4051, 30 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht Thima Inn (ธิมา อินน์) 21/9 Ratchayotha Road, Tel: 0 5375 9137, 47 rooms: 650-900 Baht V.J.C. Mansion (วี.เจ.ซี แมนชั่น) 198 Mu 19 Ko Thong Community, Tel: 0 5374 8300-3, 56 rooms: 200-500 Baht Wanasom Wellness and Aesthetic Resort (วนาศรม รีสอร์ท) Mae Fah Luang University, 333 Tambon Tha Sut, Tel: 0 5360 3600-2, Fax: 0 5360 3603, 46 rooms: 1,700-3,500 Baht Wangcome (วังคำ) 869/88 Premawiphat Road, Tel: 0 5371 1811, 0 5371 3835-48, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2252 7760, 0 2254 8773-4, www.wangcome.com, 200 rooms: 1,400-5,000 Baht Water Ford (วอเตอร์ฟอร์ด) 333 Mu 5 Tambon Pa Sang, Tel: 0 5395 3425-7, 20 rooms: 2,150-2,400 Baht Wiang Inn (เวียงอินทร์) 893 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 1533, Fax: 0 5371 1877, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2513 9804-5, 0 2513 2926, www.wianginn.com, 258 rooms: 2,000-2,400 Baht Yu Di Place (อยู่ดี เพลส) 453 Mu 9 Chiang Rai-Wiang Chai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 4115, 08 1881 6238, 17 rooms: 450 Baht Yu Suk Villa (อยู่สุข วิลล่า) 952/13 Ruam Chit Thawai Road, Tel: 0 5371 1913, 0 5371 1946, 0 5375 6559, 54 rooms: 300-600 Baht Amphoe Wiang Chai Santico Resort (สันติ โครีสอร์ท) 135 Mu 5 Tambon Wiang Chai, Tel: 0 5360 3200-28, Fax: 0 5360 3229, www.santicolodge.com, 20 rooms: 1,200-1,800 Baht Sri Wiang Thai Medical Clinic and Spa (ศรีเวียงไทยเมดิคอลคลีนิคแอนด์ สปา) 147 Mu 3 Ban Si Wiang, Tambon Wiang Chai, Tel: 0 5376 8858, 0 5376 8116, Fax: 0 5376 8666, 5 houses: 1,000-2,800 Baht Amphoe Mae Lao Chinda Resort (จินดารีสอร์ท) 189 Mu 7 Tambon Pa Ko Dam, Tel: 0 5374 4734-5, 08 1783 2424, www.chindaresort.150m.com, 21 rooms: 400-500 Baht


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Phu Chom Dao (ภูชมดาว) 346 Tambon Prong Phrae, Tel: 0 5360 7400, 08 9968 4928, www.phuchomdaoresortandspa.com, 4 houses: 4,800-7,200 Baht Suan Kaeo Resort (สวนแก้วรีสอร์ท) 144 Mu 7 Tambon Dong Mada, Tel: 0 5391 8194, 0 5391 4198, 9 rooms: 400-700 Baht Amphoe Mae Chan Baan Mai Hom (บ้านพักไม้หอม) 334 Rat Burana Road, Mu 3 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5377 1981, Fax: 0 5366 0308, www.baanmaihom.com, 7 rooms: 300-600 Baht Ban Anon (บ้านพักอานนท์) 226 Mu 6 Ban Pa Ha, Tambon Pa Sang, Tel: 08 9758 1418, 6 rooms: 500-600 Baht Ban Phak Rim Than (บ้านพักริมธาร) 62 Mu 10 Tambon Mae Kham, Tel: 0 5366 5379, 7 houses: 400-1,500 Baht Ban Rabiang Chan (บ้านระเบียงจัน) 99 Mu 9 Ban Nong Waen, Tambon Mae Chan, Tel/ Fax: 0 5377 2791, 08 1812 2861, 08 1814 1242, www.banrabiangchan.com 9 rooms: 1,500 Baht Ban Ruean Kham (บ้านเรือนคำ) 9 Mu 10 Tambon Si Kham, Tel: 0 5366 5319, 08 1022 2190, 08 9635 3384, Fax: 0 5377 1023, 15 private rooms, 2 sharing rooms: 600-800 Baht Bua Ban Resort (บัวบาน รีสอร์ท) 226 Mu 7 Tambon Mae Rai, Doi Tung Road, Tel: 0 5366 7240, 0 5376 3032, 25 rooms: 400-500 Baht Cen Tea Orchard (เซน ที ออร์ชาด) 39 Mu 7 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5377 1742, 08 9660 4189, 0 2526 0124, Fax: 0 2526 1277, www.centea.net, 3 rooms: 1,600-2,000 Baht Chalisa Resort (ชาลิสา รีสอร์ท) 199 Mu 4 Tambon Pa Sang, Tel: 0 5391 8351, 10 rooms: 500-700 Baht Chom Chan Resort (จอมจันทร์ รีสอร์ท) 196 Mu 2 Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5365 3447, 0 5365 3456, 28 rooms: 800 Baht Doi Hom Fha Resort (ดอยห่มฟ้า รีสอร์ท) 23 Mu 9 Ban Pa Miang, Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5391 8440 Fax: 0 5391 8441, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2236 0039, Fax: 0 2236 8651, www.doihomfharesort.com, 6,500-15,000 Baht Katiliya Mountain Resort and Spa (คาทลิยิา เมาทเ์ทน รสีอรท์ แอนด ์สปา) 388/1 Mu 4 Tambon Pa Sang (near Phu Chaisai), Tel: 0 5391 8336, 0 5360 3000, Fax: 0 5391 8212, www.katiliya.com, 62 rooms: 9,000-18,000 Baht Kiang Dao (เคียงดาว) 229 Mu 2 Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5391 4779, 08 6890 6489, www.raikiangdaoresort.com, 19 rooms, 6 houses: 1,200-1,500 Baht


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Kiang Dao Resort (เคียงดาว รีสอร์ท) 229 Mu 2 Ban Chom Chan, Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5391 4779, 08 9812 9866, www.raikiangdao. com, 6 houses: 1,400-1,600 Baht Krathom Rim Than (กระท่อมริมธาร) 15 Mu 1 Ban Thoet Thai, Tambon Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5373 0209, 15 rooms: 300-1,500 Baht Lan Ngoen Resort (ลานเงิน รีสอร์ท) 239 Mu 8 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5366 1174, 08 1885 9696, 08 1531 2703, 13 rooms: 500-2,000 Baht Lan Thong Village (ลานทองวิลเลจ) 99 Mu 13, Tel: 0 5318 0000-8, 27 bungalows: 400-1,800 Baht Mae Chan Resort and Fishing Park (แม่จัน รีสอร์ท แอนด์ ฟิชชิ่ง ปาร์ค) 58 Mu 11 Ban Pong Nam Ron, Tel: 0 5377 2522, 08 9893 2397, 15 rooms: 800-2,500 Baht Mae Kham Villa (แม่คำ วิลล่า ) 255 Mu 8 Tambon Mae Kham, Tel: 0 5366 5579, 23 rooms: 300-4,500 Baht Phu Chaisai Mountain Resort and Spa (ภูใจใส) 388 Mu 4 Ban Mae Salong Nai, Tambon Pa Sang, Tel: 0 5391 8636-7, Fax: 0 5391 8333, 0 5391 0500, Bangkok Office: Tel: 0 2260 2646-8, 0 2661 5898-9, Fax: 0 2260 2645, 0 2661 5897-9, www.phu-chaisai.com, 35 bungalows: 4,700-14,000 Baht Phueng Luang Resort (ผึ้งหลวง รีสอร์ท) 219 Mu 7 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5377 1015-6, 08 1884 1871, 18 houses: 1,000-3,000 Baht Rim Chan Resort (ริมจัน รีสอร์ท) 17/7 Mu 1 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5377 1882-3, 40 rooms: 1,000-3,000 Baht Rina Resort (รีน่า รีสอร์ท) 233 Mu 4 Ban Mae Kham Mai, Tambon Mae Kham, Tel: 0 5377 9386, 0 5377 9129, 8 rooms: 350-1,500 Baht Ruen View Resort (เรือนวิว รีสอร์ท) 154 Mu 8 Ban Don Chai, Tambon Mae Rai, Tel: 0 5366 7812-3, 08 0488 0186, www.ruenviewresort.com, 30 rooms: 500-600 Baht (situated near Doi Tung) Suan Doi Op (สวนดอยโอบ) Tel: 0 5378 7470-1, 08 9553 2969, 3 houses, 7 rooms: 700-3,000 Baht Suan Mesa Resort (บ้านพักสวนเมษา) 119/12 Mu 12 Ban Huai Yano, Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5318 0081, 08 9855 3830, www.mesa_resort.com, 18 rooms, 1 large house: 200-3,000 Baht Suan Nattiphon (สวนณัฎฐิพล) 109 Mu 12 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5366 0821, 10 houses: 500 Baht Thatsana View Kio Thap Yang (ทัศนาวิวกิ่วทัพยั้ง) 342 Mu 5 Tambon Mae Chan, Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5366 0133, 08 9953 9224, 7 rooms: 600-800 Baht Thip Resort (ทิพย์ รีสอร์ท) 75 Mu 1 Ban Rong, Tambon Mae Chan, Tel: 0 5366 0563, 0 5366 0123, 25 rooms, 20 houses: 300-400 Baht


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Toob Bon Doi (ตูบบนดอยรีสอร์ท) 94 Mu 15 Ban Pa Miang, Tambon Pa Sang, Tel: 08 1414 5513, 08 1313 9453, www.toobbondoi.com, 6 houses, 4 rooms: 500-4,000 Baht UIN Resort (อุ่นไอเหนือรีสอร์ท) 145 Mu 10 Mae Kham Lak Chet, Tambon Si Kham, Tel: 0 5377 9304, 08 0500 3625, www.uinresort.co.cc, 14 rooms: 500-3,000 Baht Amphoe Mae Fa Luang Central Hill (เซ็นทรัล ฮิลล์) 18/4 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5113, 0 5376 5146, 0 5376 5349, 19 rooms: 500 Baht Doi Nam Sap (ดอยน้ำซับ) 32 Mu 8 Tambon Mae Fa Luang, Tel: 08 1422 4269, 08 6670 1308, 08 4099 5187. Doi Tung Lodge (ดอยตุง ลอด์จ) Doi Tung Royal Villa, Tel: 0 5376 7015-7, Fax: 0 5376 7077, 46 rooms: 2,200-2,500 Baht Gold Dragon Inn (โกลดรากอน อินน์) Mu 1 Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5009, 26 rooms: 300-800 Baht Hua Mae Kham Highland Agricultural Extension Centre (ศูนย์ส่งเสริมการเกษตรที่สูงหัวแม่คำ) Ban Hua Mae Kham, Tambon Mae Salong Nai, Tel: 0 5391 8101, 4 houses (can accommodate 6 persons each). The price including meals per person is 350 Baht Camping ground is available. Tent is 50 Baht Hui Tsing Guesthouse (ฮุยฉิงเกสต์เฮาส์) 7/7 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5298, 8 rooms: 800-1,000 Baht Khum Naiphon Resort (คุ้มนายพล รีสอร์ท) 58 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5001-3, Fax: 0 5376 5003), www. tourismchiangrai.com, 25 rooms: 700-3,500 Baht Mae Salong Farm Stay (แม่สลองฟาร์มสเตย์) 9 Mu 12 Ban Mai Santi, Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 08 4611 9508, E-mail: info@mae salongfarmstay.com, 10 houses and tents for rent: 400-2,000 Baht Mae Salong Flower Hills (ดอยหมอก ดอกไมร้สีอรท์) 779 Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5496-7, Fax: 0 5376 5498, www.maesalongflowerhills.com, 20 rooms: 650-8,000 Baht Mae Salong Guesthouse (แม่สลองเกสต์ เฮาส์ ) Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5120, 9 rooms: 150-200 Baht Mae Salong Little Home Guesthouse (แม่สลองลิตเติ้ลโฮมเกสต์เฮาส์) 31 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5389, 08 5724 0626, www.maesalonglittlehome.com, 10 rooms: 300-500 Baht Mae Salong Mountain Home (แม่สลองเมาท์เทนโฮม) 9 Mu 12 Ban Mai Santi, Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 08 5611 9508, www. maesalongmountainhome.com, 10 rooms: 400-2,500 Baht


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Mae Salong Resort (แม่สลอง รีสอร์ท) 8/8 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5014-8, 78 rooms: 500-2,000 Baht Mae Salong Villa (แม่สลองวิลล่า) 5 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5114-9, 54 rooms: 800-1,500 Baht Namtok Hua Mae Kham Forest Park (วนอุทยานน้ำตกหัวแม่คำ) Tambon Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5371 4914, 08 5855 7475, 08 4487 6331, Fax: 0 5371 1961, E-mail: [email protected], visitors must bring their own tents. Rim Than Guesthouse (ริมธารเกสต์เฮาส์) 15 Mu 1 Ban Thoet Thai, Tambon Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5373 0209, Fax: 0 5373 0255, 15 rooms: 300-1,500 Baht Riverhill Resort (ริเวอร์ฮิลล์ รีสอร์ท) 22 Mu 6 Tambon Mae Salong Nai, Tel: 08 1530 3040, 08 9852 3602, www.riverhillresort.com, 10 rooms: 1,800-3,000 Baht Saeng Arun (แสงอรุณ) Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5103, 200-300 Baht San Pha Phaya Phrai Forest Park (วนอุทยานสันผาพญาไพร) Tambon Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5371 1402, visitors must bring their own tents. Sin Sae (ซินแซ) 32/3 Mu 1 Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 0 5376 5026, 18 rooms: 120-300 Baht Amphoe Mae Sai Amphon Resort (อัมพร รีสอร์ท) 11 Mu 5 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5373 1769, Fax: 0 5364 6370, 27 rooms: 600-3,500 Baht Baan Din Laguna (บ้านดินลากูน่า) 300 Mu 5 Tambon Si Mueang Chum, www.baandinlaguna.com, Tel: 0 5366 8100, 16 rooms: 1,200- 1,900 Baht Ban Chong Lanna Resort (บ้านจ้องล้านนา รีสอร์ท) 99/1 Ban Chong Soi 4, Tambon Pong Pha, Tel: 0 5364 6871-2, 0 5364 6780, 10 rooms: 700-1,200 Baht Ban Suan Resort (บ้านสวนรีสอร์ท) 16/1 Mu 6 Pa Yang Road, Tambon Mae Sai, Tel: 0 5364 2555, Fax: 0 5364 0777, 12 houses: 600-1,000 Baht Camping ground is available. Ban Ta Yai (บ้านตายาย) 164 Tambon Ko Chang, Mueang Taeng Road, Tel: 08 1825 1159, www.bed4u.net, 3-bedroom bungalows (total of 3 bungalows): 500-800 Baht Chokdi Ratri Resort (โชคดีราตรีรีสอร์ท) 167 Mu 10 Ban Pha Taek Mai, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham (behind Mae Sai Hospital), Tel: 0 5373 4092, 08 1671 4884, 8 houses: 1,000-3,000 Baht


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Du Doi Suay Resort (ดูดอยสวยรีสอร์ท) 399 Phahonyothin Road, Km. 879, Tel/Fax: 0 5370 9800, 0 5370 9313, 08 9766 0301, www.geocities.com/dudoisuay, 40 rooms: 1,800-6,000 Baht Fai Nam Rim Than (ฝายน้ำริมธาร) 7 Mu 1 Ban Chong Soi 5, Tel: 0 5364 6674, 12 rooms: 600-1,500 Baht Huai Nam Rin Resort (ห้วยน้ำริน รีสอร์ท) 120 Mu 2 Ban Dong Ngam, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 0751, www.huai-nam-rin-resort.com, 31 rooms: 700-1,400 Baht Huean Kham Resort ( เฮือนคำ รีสอร์ท) 121 Mu 5 Ban Pa Mueat, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 0761-2, 28 rooms: 300-500 Baht Khan Thong Kham (ขันทองคำ) 40 Mu 7, Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5373 4222, 0 5373 4555, Fax: 0 5373 2388, Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2285 3232, 0 2285 3950, Fax: 0 2285 3235, www.ktkhotel.com, 47 rooms: 790-1,590 Baht Khumchao Resort (คุ้มเจ้า รีสอร์ท) 20 Mu 11 Soi Nam Cham, Tambon Pong Pha, Tel: 0 5364 6644, www.khumchaoresort.com, 12 rooms: 700-800 Baht Mae Sai Guesthouse (แม่สาย เกสต์เฮาส์) 688 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham (near Wat Tham Pha Chom), Tel: 0 5373 2481, 0 5373 2021, 14 rooms: 500-600 Baht Mala Resort (มาลา รีสอร์ท) Mu 10 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 2412-3, 15 rooms: 400-600 Baht Mekong Delta Boutique (แม่โขงเดลต้าบูติค) 230/5-6 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5364 2517-9, 26 rooms: 800-1,000 Baht Northern Guesthouse (นอร์ทเทิร์นเกสต์เฮาส์) 402 Tham Pha Chom Road, Tel: 0 5373 1537, 30 rooms: 350 Baht Pang Dok Resort (ปางดอกรีสอร์ท) 122 Mu 6 Huai Khrai–Doi Tung Road, Tambon Huai Khrai, Tel: 0 5376 3622, 08 6656 7868, 08 5614 8965, Fax: 0 5376 3622, 21 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht Pang Sarapee Resort (ปางสารภี รีสอร์ท) Ban Sala Choeng Doi Mu 6, Tambon Huai Khrai, Tel/Fax: 0 5376 3558, 08 1672 9983, 08 3206 3068, www.pangsarapeeresort.com, 32 rooms: 500-1,500 Baht Patcharaporn Resort (พัชรพรรีสอร์ท) 91/1 Mu 8 Ban Pa Mueat Soi 1, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5373 2245, 20 rooms: 450-1,500 Baht Phu View Resort (ภูวิวรีสอร์ท) 685 Mu 3, Tel: 0 5364 0033, 15 rooms: 700-1,200 Baht Phutawan Resort (ภูตะวัน รีสอร์ท) 414 Mu 10 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 0727, 08 1288 0869, 18 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht Piyaporn Place (ปิยะพรเพลส) 77/1 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5373 4511-4, 0 5364 2113-5, Fax: 0 5373 4515, www.piyaporn placehotel.com, 78 rooms: 1,000-1,800 Baht


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Si Samut Resort (ศรีสมุทร รีสอร์ท) 588 Mu 13 By-pass Road, Tambon Mae Sai, Tel: 0 5364 5269, 18 rooms: 400-500 Baht Silamanee Resort (ศิลามณี รีสอร์ท) 251 Mu 2 Tambon Si Mueang Chum, Tel: 0 5364 0761, 08 1882 5758, www.silamaneeresort andspa.com, 70 rooms: 500-1,500 Baht Son Kaeo Resort (สอนแก้วรีสอร์ท) 579 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 0505, 0 5373 3801, 15 rooms: 700-1,500 Baht Thai Thong (ไททอง) 6 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5373 1975-6, 40 rooms: 300-900 Baht Tham Luang-Khun Nam Nang Non Forest Park (วนอุทยานถ้ำหลวง- ขุนน้ำนางนอน) Tambon Pong Pha, Tel: 0 5371 4914 Fax: 0 5371 1961 (visitors must bring their own tents). Top North (ท็อปนอร์ท) 306 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5373 1955, 24 rooms: 400-900 Baht Wang Thong (วังทอง) 299 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5373 3388-95, E-mail: [email protected], 170 rooms: 1,200-5,000 Baht Wanliya Resort (วันลิยา รีสอร์ท) 479 Mu 10 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 2755, 08 1952 8251, 7 rooms: 600-800 Baht Yi San (ยี่ซัน) 816/13 Sai Lom Choi Road, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham (near Wat Doi Wao), Tel: 0 5373 3455, 11 rooms: 400-600 Baht Yunnan (ยูนนาน) 142 Mu 3 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5364 2169-70, 30 rooms: 750-950 Baht Amphoe Chiang Saen Anantara Resort and Spa (อนันตรา รีสอร์ทแอนด์สปา) 229 Mu 1 Ban Sop Ruak Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4084-90, Fax: 0 5378 4090, Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2877 5803-6, www.anantara.com, 110 rooms: US$ 339-470. Ban Suan House (บ้านสวน เฮาส์) 125 Mu 6 Liang Mueang Road, Tel: 0 5365 0907, 10 rooms: 500-600 Baht Ban Thai Resort (บ้ านไทยรีสอร์ท) 525 Mu 1 Golden Triangle, Tel: 0 5365 2152, 08 1664 4967, 08 6038 3738, Fax: 0 5365 2155, E-mail: [email protected], 15 rooms: 600-800 Baht Bua Kham Resort (บัวคำ รีสอร์ท) 7 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel/ Fax: 0 5378 4035-6, 08 7183 0099, 08 1951 7861, 24 rooms: 800-1,200 Baht Chiang Saen Goldenland Resort (เชียงแสนโกลเดนแลนด์ รีสอร์ท) 663 Sai Nueng Road, Soi Praisani, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 1100, 0 5377 7123, 26 rooms: 800-2,000 Baht Chiang Saen River Hill (เชียงแสน ริเวอร์ ฮิลล์) 714 Mu 3 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 0826-9, Fax: 0 5365 0830, E-mail: chiangsaen@ hotmail.com, 63 rooms: 1,200-1,800 Baht


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Four Seasons Tented Camp (โฟร์ซีซั่น เต็นท์แคมป์) 299 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Golden Triangle, Tel: 0 5391 0200, Fax: 0 5365 2189, www.fourseasons.com/goldentriangle, 15 rooms: US$ 1,135-1,630 Golden Home (โกลเดน โฮม) 41 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4205, 10 rooms: 500-800 Baht Golden Iyara Resort (โกลเดน ไอยรา รีสอร์ท) 272 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4226-7, Fax: 0 5378 4227, 40 rooms: 600-800 Baht Greater Mekong Lodge (เกรทเธอร์แม่โขง ลอด์จ) The Hall of Opium, Golden Triangle Park, Tel: 0 5378 4444, 0 5378 4450-2, Fax: 0 5378 4453, www.doitung.org, E-mail: [email protected], 54 rooms, 13 houses: 1,800 Baht Kham Suk Resort (คำสุข รีสอร์ท) 157 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4170, 08 4610 8239, 15 rooms: 800-1,200 Baht Paradise Resort (พาราไดซ์ รีสอร์ท) 235 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 2111, Fax: 0 5365 2100, 150 rooms: 2,100-2,800 Baht Phimphat Resort (พิมภัทรรีสอร์ท) 450 Mu 1 Soi 4 Rim Khong Road, Tambon Wiang, Golden Triangle, Tel: 0 5378 4404, 0 5365 2199, 16 rooms: 500-800 Baht Rujira Resort (รุจิรา รีสอร์ท) 121 Mu 3 Tambon Yonok (Chiang Saen Lake), Tel: 0 5365 0369, 08 1434 0777, 17 rooms: 400-800 Baht Rung Tawan Resort (รุ่งตะวันรีสอร์ท) Ban Nong Bua Sot, Mae Chan-Chiang Saen Road, Tambon Pa Sak, Tel: 0 5395 5915, 08 6672 6253, 11 rooms: 400-1,500 Baht Saen Bunma Resort (แสนบุญมา รีสอร์ท) 679 Mu 2, Tel: 0 5377 7559, 0 5365 0541, 9 houses 1,000-2,000 Baht Serene (ซีรีน) 569 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang (Golden Triangle), Tel: 0 5378 4500-04, Fax: 0 5378 4499, www.sereneatchiangrai.com, 50 rooms: 3,000-8,000 Baht The Imperial Golden Triangle Resort (ดิ อิมพีเรียล โกลเดน ไทรแองเกิล รีสอร์ท) 222 Ban Sop Ruak, Tel: 0 5378 4001-5, Fax: 0 5378 4006, Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2261 9000, www.imperialgoldentriangle.com, 73 rooms: 3,300-4,708 Baht The River Boutique Resort (เดอะ ริเวอร์ บูติค รีสอร์ท) 455 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4488, 0 5378 4477, Fax: 0 5378 4477, 22 rooms: 1,200-4,950 Baht Viang Yonok (เวียงโยนก) 201 Mu 3 Tambon Yonok (Chiang Saen Lake), Tel: 0 5365 0444, 08 1862 8727, www.viangyonok.com, 2,000-2,700 Baht Win Win Club (วินวินคลับ) 235 Mu 1 Chiang Saen-Mae Sai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 4323, Fax: 0 5360 7888, www.ww-club.com, 74 rooms: 2,700-3,000 Baht


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Amphoe Chiang Khong Ban Krua Thip Guesthouse (บ้ านครัวทิพย์ เกสต์ เฮาส์ ) 400 Mu 1 Ban Hua Wiang, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 2010, E-mail: [email protected], 5 rooms: 350 Baht Ban Rim Nam (บ้านริมน้ำ) 166 Mu 12 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 5680, 08 1951 2808, 15 rooms: 350-500 Baht Bann Tammila (บ้านตำมิละ) 113 Mu 8 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang Tel: 0 5379 1234, E-mail: [email protected], 9 rooms: 250-400 Baht Boom House (บูมเฮาส์) 406/1 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang (near Bug Pier), Tel: 0 5379 1310, 18 rooms: 250-400 Baht Chiang Khong Hotel (เชียงของโฮเต็ล) 68/1 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1182, 31 rooms: 200-300 Baht Chiang Khong River View (เชียงของ ริเวอร์ วิว) 141 Mu 12 Ban Wiang Don Chai Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1375, 08 1951 9753, 08 9561 4428, 14 rooms: 500 Baht Chom Khong (ชมโขง) 149 Mu 12 Ban Wiang Don Chai, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 5661, 08 4489 3264, 11 rooms: 350-400 Baht Ing Khong (อิงโขง) 141/1 Mu 12 Ban Wiang Don Chai, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1659, 11 rooms: 500 Baht Nam Khong Riverside (น้ำโขงริเวอร์ไซด์) 174-176 Mu 8 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1237, 0 5379 1796, Fax: 0 5379 1802, 30 rooms: 800 Baht Portside (พอร์ทไซด์) 546 Mu 1, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 5238, 08 6185 7779, 12 rooms: 350-450 Baht Rai Saeng Arun (ไร่แสงอรุณ) 2 Mu 3 Ban Pha Kub, Tambon Rim Khong, Tel: 0 5391 8643, 08 1255 2024, 08 1802 7062, 08 1844 8247, Fax: 0 5391 8255, www.raisaengarun.com, 14 houses: 1,800-3,750 Baht Ruean Thai Sophaphan Resort (เรือนไทยโสภาพรรณรีสอร์ท) 83 Mu 8 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1023, 08 0497 0929, Fax: 0 5379 1446, E-mail: [email protected], 25 rooms: 300-800 Baht Sawadee Homestay (สวัสดี โฮมสเตย์ ) 526 Mu 1, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1618, 08 1565 9362, www.swd-homestay.com, E-mail: [email protected], 6 rooms: 300-400 Baht Tha Ruea Resort (ท่าเรือ รีสอร์ท) 184 Mu 1 Ban Hua Wiang, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1237, 08 6115 2781, 08 4806 0521, 5 rooms and 1 house: 100-400 Baht


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Amphoe Mae Suai Chiang Rai Plant and Plant Production Materials Technical Service Centre (Wawi) (ศูนย์บริการวิชาการด้านพืชและปัจจัยการผลิตเชียงราย (วาวี) Mu 3 Ban Doi Chang, Tel: 0 5360 5934, 0 5360 5955, 0 5360 5941, camping ground is available, 8 houses: 400-3,200 Baht Laulee Resort (เลาลีรีสอร์ท) 15 Mu 20 Tambon Wawi, Tel: 0 5376 0150-1, Fax: 0 5376 0152, 36 rooms: 800-1,500 Baht, large house: 4,500 Baht Mon Mai Hom (ม่อนไม้หอม) 125 Mu 22 Tambon Tha Ko, Tel/Fax: 0 5395 0089, 08 1843 7901, 20 rooms: 2,200-3,200 Baht Suan Charin Resort (สวนจรินรีสอร์ท) 83 Mu 1 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5391 8628, 08 1783 1637, 10 rooms: 600-800 Baht Suanthip Vana Resort (สวนทิพย์วนา รีสอร์ท) 49 Mu 14 Ban Pa Hiang, Km. 107, Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai Road, Tambon Tha Ko, Tel: 0 5372 4231-5, 0 5372 4226-9, Fax: 0 5372 4230, www.suanthipresort.com, 30 rooms, 6 villa houses: 5,000-8,000 Baht Taad Luang Resort (ตาดหลวงรีสอร์ท) 93 Mu 18 Tambon Pa Daet, Tel: 08 1987 4838, 08 4805 4166, www.taadluangresort.com, E-mail: [email protected], 10 rooms: 900-1,200 Baht Amphoe Phan Cat Agency Trading (แคทเอเจนซี่เทรดดิ้ง) 229 Mu 14 Ban Charoen Mueang, Tel: 0 5372 3282, 6 rooms: 785 Baht Chiang Rung (เชียงรุ่ง) 1265 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5372 2322, 0 5372 2421, 0 5372 2433, Fax: 0 5372 2429, 36 rooms: 480-600 Baht Doi Luang National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติดอยหลวง) Tambon Mae Yen, Tel: 08 1960 2456, 1 house: 1,800 Baht Camping ground is available. Ruentawan Resort (เรือนตะวัน รีสอร์ท) 42 Mu 12 Ban Pa Pi, Tambon Charoen Mueang, Tel: 0 5360 4549-50, www.rtwresort.com, E-mail: [email protected], 10 houses: 1,000-1,800 Baht Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao C & C Resort (Cabbage and Condom Cottage) ซี แอนด์ ซี รีสอร์ท (คอนดอม คอทเทจ) 153 Mu 6 Tambon Pa Ngio, Tel: 0 5395 2312-4, Fax: 0 5395 2311, 19 rooms: 350-1,500 Baht Khun Chae National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติขุนแจ) Tambon Mae Chedi Mai, Tel/Fax: 0 5316 3364, 08 4489 2173, camping ground is available, 2 houses: 1,000 Baht/house. Namtok Mae Tho Forest Park (วนอุทยานน้ำตกแม่โถ) Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 4914, Fax: 0 5371 1961. Visitors must bring their own tents.


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Phimpha (พิมพา) 223 Mu 6 Ban Ku, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5378 1129, 14 rooms: 200-350 Baht Ruean Thai (เรือนไทย) 195/3 Mu 10 Tambon Mae Chedi (near the Shell gas station), Tel: 0 5378 9281, 20 rooms: 300-350 Baht Amphoe Wiang Kaen Doi Pha Tang Asalia Garden (อาซาเลีย การ์เดน) 231 Mu 14 Tambon Po, Tel: 0 5391 8647, 08 1950 3948, 08 9561 3011, www.doiphatang.com, 8 rooms: 600 Baht/ person, meals included. Mei Hua (เหมยฮัว) 335 Mu 14 Tambon Po, Tel: 08 7191 8808, 08 7184 9604, www.doiphatang.com, 9 rooms: 600-1,500 Baht, meals included. Pha Tang Hill (ผาตั้ง ฮิลล์) 235 Mu 14 Tambon Po, Tel: 08 7191 5037, 08 4885 9134, www.doiphatang.com, 8 houses: 600/800/1,500 Baht, meals included Amphoe Thoeng and Amphoe Wiang Kaen Phu Chi Fa Ban Din (บ้ านดิน) Tel: 08 5625 9329, 08 3057 5919, 8 houses: 300-1,500 Baht, meals included. Ban Phu Namkhang (บ้านภูน้ำค้าง) 4 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5445 2774, 08 9263 4264, 8 houses: 450-800 Baht, meals included. Ban Phukhao (บ้านภูเขา) Tel: 08 6192 7637, 7 houses: 500-1,000 Baht, meals included Ban Rom Pho Thong (บ้านร่มโพธิ์ทอง) Tel: 08 7802 8791, 08 7191 3582, 15 houses: 500-600 Baht, with or without meals. Dusit Hill (ดุสิต ฮิลล์) 8 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1881 4018, 08 5031 2418, www.dusithill.com, 5 rooms, rental tents are available: 500-800 Baht/room Huean Dok Siao (เฮือนดอกเสี้ยว) 25 Mu 18, Tambon Po, Amphoe Wiang Kaen, Tel: 08 9851 8447, 4 houses, 400-500 Baht, meals included. Khum Dok Siao (คุ้มดอกเสี้ยว) 19 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5446 8182, 08 5034 9635, 08 3325 8785, 5 houses: 500-1,200 Baht, with or without meals. Lak Borikan (ลักษณ์บริการ) 5 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1673 1216, 08 9759 1691,08 5723 9139, 11 houses: 500-1,500 Baht Mek Sakun Di (เมฆสกุลดี) 12 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1673 1012, 7 rooms: 450-1,200 Baht


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Phu Chee Fa Lodge (ภูชี้ฟ้า ลอด์จ) 3 Ban Rom Pho Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8322, 08 1207 7454, www. phucheefalodge.com, 13 houses: 650 Baht/ person, 1,400-2,600 Baht/house, meals included. Phu Chee Fah Hill (ภูชี้ฟ้ า ฮิลล์ ) 37 Mu 18 Ban Rom Fa Thong, Tel: 08 1980 4163, 08 9850 1577, Tel/Fax: 0 5391 8239, www. phucheefahhill.com, 4 houses: 3,000-4,000 Baht, 400-450 Baht/ person, rental tents are available, 300 Baht/ person, meals included. Phu Chi Fa Forest Park (วนอุทยานภูชี้ฟ้า) Tambon Po, Amphoe Wiang Kaen, Tel: 0 5371 4914, Fax: 0 5371 1961, visitors must bring their own tents. Phu Chi Fa Homestay (ภูชี้ฟ้าโฮมสเตย์) Tel: 08 4808 9087, 6 houses: 1,500 Baht, meals included. Phu Chi Fa News (ภูชี้ฟ้านิวส์) 9 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1672 7514, 08 4366 7989, 11 houses: 500-1,300 Baht, with or without meals. Phu Chi Fa Phanit (ภูชี้ฟ้าพาณิชย์) 1 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8331, 08 1980 4306, 10 houses: 500-1,000 Baht, meals included. Phu Chi Fa Phochana (ภูชี้ฟ้าโภชนา) 25 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8366, 08 1163 8950, 10 rooms: 450-1,000 Baht, with or without meals. Phu Chi Fa Resort (ภูชี้ฟ้ารีสอร์ท) 9 Mu 18 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Po, Amphoe Wiang Kaen, Tel: 08 1952 2519, 08 0034 0306, 10 houses/5 rooms: 450 Baht/person, meals included. Phu Chi Fah Inn (ภูชี้ฟ้ า อินน์ ) Tel: 08 1960 6537, 15 houses: 700-4,500 Baht Phu Chom Dao and Doi Pha Mon Homestay (ภูชมดาวและโฮมสเตย์ ดอยผาหม่น) Muban Phithak Thai Mu 20, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng (3 kilometres before reaching the agricultural centre), Tel: 08 9956 1775, 20 houses: 400-500 Baht/person, meals included. Phu Fa Sawan Resort (ภูฟ้าสวรรค์รีสอร์ท) Tel: 08 4485 6595, 08 3323 8312, 14 rooms: 200-1,000 Baht Phu Fa Thong (ภูฟ้าทอง) 27 Mu 18 Tambon Po, Amphoe Wiang Kaen, Tel: 08 6185 9170, www.phatang.com, 5 houses: 450-600 Baht/ person, 1,200-4,800 Baht/house, meals included Phu Mok Camping (ภูหมอกแคมปิง) (quite a distance from Amphoe Thoeng and about 4 kilometres before reaching Phu Chi Fa) 39 Mu 19, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8242, 08 1884 1739, 14 houses: 2,000-2,200 Baht, meals included.


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Phu Rungrueang (ภูรุ่งเรือง) Tel: 08 5292 5674, 6 houses: 400-1,200 Baht, with or without meals. Phu Sawan Resort (ภูสวรรค์รีสอร์ท) 44 Mu 19, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8100, 08 1952 5939, 11 houses: 400-500 Baht, with or without meals. Po Ban Phak (ป.บ้านพัก) 7 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1673 8716, 4 houses: 800-1,800 Baht, with or without meals. Rai Rom Pho Thong (ไร่ร่มโพธิ์ทอง) Tel: 08 7802 8791, 15 houses: 500-600 Baht, with or without meals. Ruam Sansang (ร่วมสรรค์สร้าง) 2 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1993 3708, 8 houses: 200-1,000 Baht, with or without meals. Thale Mok (ทะเลหมอก) Tel: 08 1673 1826, 5 houses: 500-1,000 Baht,meals included. Thamniap Khao (ทำเนียบขาว) 2 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8252, 08 1993 1159, 1 house, 5 rooms: 450-1,300 Baht/house, with or without meals. Ukrit Farm (อุกฤษ์ ฟาร์ม) (near Phu Mok Camping) 30 Mu 19 Ban Rom Pho Thong, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 0 5391 8100, 08 1992 8384, 17 houses, 6 rooms, 2,400-4,000 Baht, meals included. Camping ground is available. Um Im (อุ๋มอิ๋ม) 38 Mu 24 Ban Rom Fa Thai, Tambon Tap Tao, Amphoe Thoeng, Tel: 08 1037 2953, 08 4437 0835, 6 houses: 500-1,500 Baht, with or without meals. Note: During peak season, please book in advance. The bank transfer reservation receipt is required.


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Restaurant Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai Ketthawa (เก็ดถะหวา) 457/7 Mu 1 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Tha Sut (from Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, it is about 200 metres from the entrance of Mae Fah Luang University) Tel: 08 4100 1232 Khao Kha Mu Bang Rak (ข้าวขาหมูบางรัก) 779/3 Singhakhlai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4321, Thai cuisine Khao Soi Phochai (ข้าวซอยพอใจ) behind the Wangcome Hotel, Tel: 0 5371 2935, egg noodles in chicken curry/spicy meat sauce Kaow Tom Mee Na (ข้าวต้มมีนา) opposite the old mill, Tel: 0 5371 6099, Tel: 0 5374 0014, Thai and Chinese cuisine Khao Tom Jaw Charoenchai (ข้าวต้ม จ.เจริญชัย) 400/11 Sanambin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 2731, Chinese cuisine Khao Tom Nai Ko (ข้าวต้มนาย ก.) 90/11 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5374 8521, 08 1883 5718, Thai cuisine. Khrua Thale Thai (ครัวทะเลไทย) before the Chiang Rai Airport, Tel: 0 5379 3755, seafood Khum Chao Nang (คุ้มเจ้านาง) 6 San Khong Luang Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Muban Piam Rak, Tel: 0 5371 6105, Thai cuisine Khrua Sin Barong (ครัวศิลป์บารอง) 47 Mu 4 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 08 9424 9984, Thai cuisine. Khrua Si San Nam Kon (ครัวสีสันน้ำกรณ์) Den Ha-Dong Mada Road, Tel: 0 5375 2969, Thai cuisine. Khun Tim (คุณติ๋ม) 707/4 Si Koet Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 5009, 0 5371 2780, bakery Cha Hee Khao Tom Bat Diao (จ่าฮี ข้าวต้มบาทเดียว) 567/9 Thanalai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 0024. Chaeo Hon (แจ่วฮ้อน) on the way to the stadium, Tel: 0 5360 0518, Northern-style cuisine Chao Champi (เจ้าจำปี) 125 Mu 22, Mengrai Anuson Road (on the way to the main stadium), Tel: 0 5374 2938, Thai cuisine. Chaeo Hon Mo Din (แจ่วฮ้อนหม้อดิน) 159 Mu 3 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Ban Du (opposite Chiang Rai Rajabhat University), Tel: 0 5379 3118, local and Thai cuisine. Chamcha (ฉำฉา) 447/17 Singhakhlai Road (beside the TAT Chiang Rai Office), Tel: 0 5374 4191, Thai cuisine. Chan Mueang Fishing Park (ชานเมืองฟิชชิ่งปาร์ค) 238 Mu 6 Den Ha-Dong Mada Road, Tambon Nong Pueng, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5360 1078, 08 1288 4299, Thai cuisine. Chai Nam (ชายน้ำ) 221/7 Mu 20 Khwae Wai Road, Tambon Rop Wiang (on the bank of the Kok River), Tel: 0 5374 8222, Thai cuisine.


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Sakina (ซากีน่า) 80 Mu 2 Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 3505, Halal food. C&C (ซี แอนด์ ซี) 620/25 Thanalai Road (near the Vocational College), Tel: 0 5374 0784, Thai cuisine. Sang Phochana (ซั้งโภชนา) 66/1 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Rim Kok, Tel: 0 5371 4124, Chinese cuisine. Da Vinci (ดาวินชี่ ) 879/4-5 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 2535, European cuisine. Tongtueng (ตองตึง) Sanambin Road, Tel: 0 5375 6403, Northern-style cuisine and traditional performances. Toke Tong (โตกตอง) Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5375 6370, Northern-style cuisine and traditional performances. Thapthim Luang (ทับทิมหลวง) Sanambin Kao Road, Tel: 0 5375 6250, Thai cuisine. Tomato ( โทมะโต) 81/4-5 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 9028, Japanese cuisine. Nam Ngiao Pa Suk (น้ำเงี้ยวป้าสุข) San Khong Noi Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 08 0208 0653, spicy meat sauce. Bo Kung Ban Suan (บ่อกุ้งบ้านสวน) Den Ha-Dong Mada Road, Tel: 0 5371 7043, 0 5375 8139, Thai cuisine. Bami Chiang Rai (บะหมี่ เชียงราย) Banphaprakan Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 2067, egg noodles, wanton, dumpling. Ban Klang Wiang (บ้านกลางเวียง) 498/9 Rattanakhet Road, Tel: 0 5374 4389, European cuisine. Ban Khanom Chin (บ้านขนมจีน) Sanambin Kao Road (near Jaw Charoenchai), Tel: 08 1716 0783, rice noodles with spicy sauce. Baan Chivit Mai Bakery (บ้านชีวิตใหม่เบเกอรี่) Phahonyothin Road (opposite Chiang Rai Bus Terminal), Tel: 0 5371 2357, Thai cuisine and bakery. Ban Mai Sak (บ้านไม้สัก) 155 Thanalai Road, Tel: 0 5371 7234, 08 5031 5699 Pla Phao Phak Sot (ปลาเผาผักสด) Phahonyothin Road (near Big C, Chiang Rai branch), Tel: 0 5374 6968, Thai cuisine. Pong Phrabat Resort and Restaurant (โป่งพระบาทรีสอร์ท แอนด์ เรสเทอรองท์) 221 Mu 13 Soi Namtok Pong Phrabat (7 kilometres from town next to Talat Ban Du) Ban Hua Fai, Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5391 8640, 0 5360 1627, 08 1441 9899, Thai cuisine. Phetchaburi (เพชรบุรี) 421/6-7 Banphaprakan Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 2071, Thai cuisine. Phan Ocha (พานโอชา) Phahonyothin Road (opposite the Chiang Rai Agricultural and Cooperatives Office), Tel: 0 5371 3870, noodles and boiled fish head in hot pot soup.


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Fumizuki (ฟูมิซูกิ) 880/3 Phahonyothin Road, next to the Wiang Inn Hotel, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 5360 0448, 08 9700 8338, Japanese cuisine. Mueang Thong Restaurant (ภตัตาคารเมอืงทอง) 889/1-2 Phahonyothin Road, next to the Wiang Inn Hotel, Tel: 0 5371 1162, Thai and Chinese cuisine. Phu Thai Kai Yang (ภูไทไก่ย่าง) 38 Mu 4 Ban Du, Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5379 3080, Northern-style cuisine. Phu Lae (ภูแล) 62/6 Phahonyothin Road (near Talat Sirikon), Tel: 0 5360 0500, Northern-style cuisine. Mae Phim (แม่พิมพ์) Mae Kok Road, Tel: 0 5375 0685, Northern- style cuisine. Mum Mai (มุมไม้) 64/5 San Khong Luang Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 6416, 08 9179 0552, Thai cuisine. Mai Mueang (ไม้เมือง) 115 Mu 12 Nong Bua Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 2897, Thai cuisine. Yunan (ยูนนาน) 211/9 Khwae Wai Road, Tel: 0 5371 3263, 0 5371 4992, Chinese cuisine. Ratchaburi (ราชบุรี) 422/4-5 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 4633, Thai cuisine. Rot Yiam (รสเยี่ยม) Khrua Dam Intersection Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5360 1190, beef noodle. Ruean Mai (เรือนไม้) next to the Chiang Rai Handicraft Centre, Tel: 0 5371 4451, 08 4150 3526, Northern-style cuisine. Lan Tong (ล้านตอง) 1129/1 Kraisonsit Road, Tambon Wiang (situated before reaching the Dusit Island Resort Hotel), Tel: 0 5371 5345, Thai cuisine. Lap Pla Ha Yaek (ลาบปลาห้าแยก) Mengrai Anuson Road, Tel: 08 6922 4649, Northern-style cuisine. Lilawadi (ลีลาวดี) Khwae Wai Road, Tel: 0 5360 0000, Thai cuisine. Lotus Bakery House ( โลตัส เบเกอรี่ เฮาส์ ) 869/53-54 next to the Wangcome Hotel, Tel: 0 5371 4519, bakery and Thai cuisine. Wana Horse and Ostrich Farm (วนาฟาร์มนกกระจอกเทศ) 9 Mu 6 Chiang Rai-Thoeng Road, Ban Hua Doi, Tambon Tha Sai, Tel: 08 9635 7233, www.wanafarm.com, Thai cuisine and variety of food from ostrich meat. Sri Trang (ศรีตรั ง ) 421/1 Banphaprakan Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 2072, Thai cuisine. Vegetarian Hall (ศาลาเจ มังสวิรัติ) Opposite the Chiang Rai Provincial Land Office, Tel: 0 5371 4480, vegetarian food. Organic Food Centre (ศูนย์อาหารธรรมชาติ) 132/5 Sanambin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5375 3000, vegetarian food.


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Sabai Steakhouse (สบายสเต็กเฮาส์) 166 Mu 11 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 08 5039 3144, 08 4613 2134, steak and European cuisine. Sawatdee (สวัสดี) night bazaar, Tel: 0 5374 0012, Thai cuisine. Saban Nga Khantoke (สบันงาขันโตก) 226/50 San Khong Noi Road, Tel: 0 5371 2290, 0 5371 6440, Northern-style cuisine and traditional performances. Salung Kham (สลุงคำ) 834/3 Phahonyothin Road, next to the Krung Thai Bank, Ha Yaek Branch, Tel: 0 5371 7192, Northern-style cuisine. Saharot: Ho Narika Branch (สหรส สาขาหอนาฬกิา), 416/1 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 2573, 08 6918 9129, Pa Kluai Branch (สาขาป่ากล้วย), San Sai (before reaching Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai), Tel: 08 1034 5522, 08 1288 0262, Nang Lae Branch (สาขานางแล), opposite Ban Sermsuk (Pepsi), Tel: 08 6911 5331, pork blood cube soup. Nong Bua (หนองบัว) behind Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, Tel: 0 5370 3093, Northern-style cuisine. Lee O-cha (หลีโอชา) 416 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 1812, Chinese cuisine. Aye’s Restaurant (เอ๋) opposite the night bazaar, Tel: 0 5375 2535, European cuisine. Ek Ocha (เอกโอชา) Mae Kok Road, Tambon Rim Kok (before reaching the Rim Kok Hotel), Tel: 0 5371 2543, 0 5375 0496, Thai cuisine. Amin Thawikun (อามีน ทวีกุล) opposite the Nim Si Seng Chiang Rai Hotel, Tel: 0 5371 1931, 08 9631 9996, Halal food. Ozone (โอโซน) 565 Thanalai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 0221, Thai cuisine. Amphoe Mae Chan Khao Soi Anong (ข้าวซอยอนงค์) Mae Chan Intersection, Tel: 0 5377 2459, egg noodles in spicy sauce and rice noodles with spicy sauce. Lan Ngoen Restaurant and Resort (สวนอาหารลานเงินแอนด์รีสอร์ท) 239 Mu 8 Tambon Pa Tueng, Tel: 0 5366 1174, 08 1885 9696, 08 1531 2703, Thai cuisine. Phat Thai Pa Kap (ผัดไทยป้ากาบ) 118 Mu 8 Nakkhaphan Road (Soi Praisani Mae Chan), Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5377 1708, Phat Thai stir-fried noodles. Parabola (พาลาโบลา) 207 Mu 11 Tambon Wiang, Phahonyothin Road (before reaching the Kio Thap Yang Checkpoint), Tel: 0 5377 2234, 08 1563 4884, European cuisine and bakery. Thatsana View Kio Thap Yang Restaurant (ร้านอาหารทัศนาวิว กิ่วทัพยั้ง) 324 Mu 5 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5366 0133, Thai cuisine. Rim Chan (ริมจัน) 17/7 Mu 1 Phahonyothin Road, inside the Rim Chan Resort, Tel: 0 5377 1882-3, Thai cuisine.


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Huean Chan Kham (เฮือนจั๋นคำ) 111 Phahonyothin Road (opposite the Mae Chan Hospital) Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5366 0855, 08 9951 8064, local, Thai and Chinese cuisine. Amphoe Mae Fa Luang Thing Thing (ถิงถิง) Ban Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5373 0066, Thai and Chinese cuisine. Salapao Yunnan (ซาลาเปา ยูนนาน) 76 Mu 2 Ban Thoet Thai, Tel: 0 5373 0164, dumpling. Khum Naiphon (คุ้มนายพล) 58 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5001-3, Chinese cuisine. Sakura (ซากุระ) 8/8 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Mae Salong Resort, Tel: 0 5376 5014-8, Chinese cuisine. Salima (ซาลีมา) 500 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5088, Halal food. Mae Salong Villa (แม่สลองวิลล่า) 5 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5114-9, Chinese cuisine. Mae Salong Little Home (แม่สลอง ลิตเติ้ลโฮม) 31 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5389, Thai cuisine. Nong Im Pochana (น้องอิ่มโภชนา) 2/2 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Salong Nok, Tel: 0 5376 5309, Thai and Chinese cuisine. Im Pochana (อิ่มโภชนา) Doi Mae Salong, Tel: 08 9637 5290, 0 5376 5277, Chinese cuisine. Amphoe Mae Sai Rabiang Kaeo (ระเบียงแก้ว) Mae Sai, Tel: 0 5373 1172-3, Thai cuisine. Rim Nam (ริมน้ำ) Sai Lom Choi Road, Mu 10 Tel: 0 5373 1207, Thai cuisine. Ying Ping (หยิ งปิ ง ) Phahonyothin Road, Soi 6 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5364 0507, Chinese cuisine. Ananpura (อนันต์ปุระ) 57/1 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Tel: 0 5364 0504, Thai cuisine. Amphoe Chiang Saen Golden View (โกลเดนวิว) 389 Mu 1 Golden Triangle, Tel: 0 5378 4474, 08 6313 9876, Thai cuisine. Khrua Thai (ครัวไท) Golden Triangle, Tel: 0 5365 1112, 0 5378 4226, Thai cuisine/fresh water fish. Khrua Chiang Saen Riverside (ครัวเชียงแสนริเวอร์ไซด์) Rim Khong Road, Tel: 0 5365 1072, Thai cuisine/fresh water fish.


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Ban Mai Nai Suan (บ้านไม้ในสวน) 281 Mu 8 Chiang Saen-Sam Liam Thong Kham Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 08 1530 0708, Thai cuisine/fresh water fish. Rim Khong (ริมโขง) 115 Mu 8 Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5365 0459-60, Thai cuisine/fresh water fish. Amphoe Chiang Khong Chom Khong (ชมโขง) 149 Mu 12 Tambon Wiang Don Chai, Tel: 0 5365 5661, Thai cuisine. Dao Ruean Phae (ดาวเรือนแพ) Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1176, Thai cuisine. Nang Nuan (นางนวล) 277 Mu 7, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1271, 0 5365 5567, Thai cuisine. Ban Rim Nam (บ้านริมน้ำ) 166/1 Mu 12 Tambon Wiang, Tel/Fax: 0 5365 5680, Thai cuisine. Bamboo Riverside Guesthouse (แบมบูริเวอร์ไซด์เกสต์เฮาส์) 71 Mu 1 Ban Hua Wiang, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5379 1621, Thai cuisine. Amphoe Mae Suai Suan Charin Resort (สวนจรินรีสอร์ท) 83 Mu 1 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 7272, Thai cuisine and bakery. Suanthip Vana Resort (สวนทิพย์วนารีสอร์ท) 49 Mu 14 Km. 107 Chiang Mai–Chiang Rai Road, Ban Pa Hiang, Tambon Tha Ko, Tel: 0 5372 4231-5, 0 5372 4226-9, Fax: 0 5372 4230, www.suanthipresort.com, Thai and Northern-style cuisine Amphoe Wiang Pa Pao Chuea Chan (เจือจันทร์) 186 Mu 2 Chiang Rai-Chiang Mai Road, Tambon Wiang Tel: 0 5378 1250, Thai cuisine. Si Pochana (ซี้ โภชนา) 280 Mu 10 Km. 8, Chiang Rai-Chiang Mai Road, Tambon Mae Chedi, Tel: 0 5378 9221, Thai cuisine. C & C Resort (Cabbage and Condom Cottage) ซี แอนด์ ซี รีสอร์ท (คอนดอม คอทเทจ) 153 Mu 6 Km. 84-85 , Chiang Rai-Chiang Mai Road, Ban Mo, Tambon Pa Ngio, Tel: 0 5395 2312-4, Thai cuisine. Travel Agent Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai Acme Tour (แอ๊คมี่ทัวร์) 272 Mu 2 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 2787, 0 5374 2493. Add Bike (แอดไบค์) 151/14 Thanalai Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 4317


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Akha Hill House (อาข่าฮิลล์เฮาส์) 423/25 Mu 21 Soi 1 Ko Loi, Tel: 0 5371 5084, www.akhahill.com. Avis Car Rent (เอวิส รถเช่า) Dusit Island Resort, Tel: 0 5371 5777 ext. 2212, Fax: 0 5371 5801, airport branch, Tel: 0 5379 3827 Budget Rent A Car (บัดเจ็ท รถเช่า) 590 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5374 0442. Bun Bandan Tour (บุญบันดาลทัวร์ ) 1005/13 Chet Yot Road, Tel: 0 5371 7040-1 Chart House (ชาติเฮาส์) 3/2 Soi Saeng Kaeo, Trai Rat Road, Tel: 0 5371 1481, Fax: 0 5374 4220. Chian House ( เชียรเฮาส์ ) 172 Mu 12 Si Bunrueang Road, Tel: 0 5371 3388 Chiang Rai Agency Centre ( เชียงรายเอเจนซี่ เซ็น เตอร์ ) 428/10 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 7274-6, Fax: 0 5371 2211. Chit Ari Tour (จิตอารีย์ทัวร์) 246/3 Singhakhlai Road, Tel/Fax: 0 5371 9348 Diethelm Travel (ดีทแฮล์มทราเวล) 144/2 Mu 1 Tambon Ban Du, Tel: 0 5370 2681-2 Fax: 0 5371 6222, www.diethelm-travel.com. Far East North Tour (ฟาร์อีสท์ นอร์ททัวร์) 199/38-39 Phahonyothin Road, opposite the Provincial Rural Roads Office, Tel: 0 5371 5690, Fax: 0 5371 5691, E-mail: [email protected] Fat-free Bike (แฟ็ตฟรี ไบค์ ) 542/2 Pratu Sali Intersection, Banphaprakan Road (near Doi Chang Coffee Shop), Tel: 0 5375 2532. Golden Triangle Tour (โกลเดนไทรแองเกิลทัวร์) 580/2 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5371 1339, Fax: 0 5371 3963. Hertz Chiang Rai (เฮิร์ทซ์ เชียงราย) in the Wangcome Hotel (near the night bazaar), Tel: 0 5375 3022, 0 5370 3712, E-mail: [email protected] Intawong Tour (อินทวงศ์ ทัวร์) Phokhun Intersection, Tel: 0 5371 7930, Fax: 0 5371 7675, www.intawongtour.com Janjira 2002 Travel and Tour (จันทร์จิรา 2002 แทรเวลแอนด์ทัวร์) 319/5 Mu 13 Rat Bamrung Road, Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 3994, Fax: 0 5375 4427, www.janjiragroups.com. Jantima Tour (JTM) จันทิมาทัวร์ (เจทีเอ็ม) Pemawiphat Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 6982, Fax: 0 5371 9247, www.jtmtour.com. Kochaporn Travel and Service (กชพรแทรเวลแอนด์เซอร์วิส) 868/5 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel/Fax: 0 5360 0725, 08 4608 5452, www.kochaporntravel.com Lek House (เล็กเฮาส์) 95 Banphaprakan Road, Tel: 0 5371 3337, www.chiangraikayak.tk


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Luang Prabang Travel (หลวงพระบางแทรเวล) 542/2 Banphaprakan Road, Tel/Fax: 0 5375 2555, www.luangprabangtravel.com Mae Khong Travel (แม่โขงการท่องเที่ยว) 891/2 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5375 2536. Mae Khong Treks (แม่โขงเทรคส์) 31/ 24 Mu 3 Chiang Rai-Wiang Chai Road, Tel: 0 5360 1051-3, Fax: 0 5360 1055. Mae Salong Tour (แม่สลองทัวร์) 882-4 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 6505-7, Fax: 0 5371 1011, www.msltour.com. Ming Transport (หมิงทรานสปอร์ต) 392 Mu 21 Tambon Rop Wiang, Tel: 0 5374 0555, 0 5371 9699, Fax: 0 5374 0555, www.mingontour.com Motorcycle Centre (ศูนย์มอเตอร์ไซต์) Trai Rat Road (close proximity to Wat Ming Mueang), Tel: 0 5371 4068 National Car Rent (เนชั่นแนล คาร์เรนท์) at the Chiang Rai International Airport, Tel: 0 5374 0585. Northern Bike (นอร์ทเทิร์นไบค์) 114/1 Mu 5 Tambon Rim Kok (opposite the handicraft centre), Tel: 0 5370 2269, E-mail: peaknorthernbike@ hotmail.com Northwheels Car Rent (นอร์ทวีลรถเช่า) 591 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5374 0585, www.northwheels.com Oasis Tour and Trek (โอเอซิสทัวร์แอนด์เทรค) 869/119 Thai Wiwat Road, Tel: 0 5371 7990, Fax: 0 5371 3535 P. S. Car Rent (พี เอส รถเช่า) 891/6-9 opposite the Wiang Inn Hotel, Phahonyothin Road, Tel/Fax: 0 5371 1586, www.ps-car-rent.com P.B. Travel (พี บี ทราเวล) 811/3 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5374 2844-9, Fax: 0 5374 2854, www.pb-travelthailand.com Panjinda Service (P. D. Tour) พันธ์จินดาบริการ (พี ดีทัวร์) 869/100 Pemawiphat Road, Tel: 0 5371 2829, Fax: 0 5371 9041, www.pdtour.com PDA Tour (พีดีเอ ทัวร์) 620/1 3rd Floor, Hilltribe Museum, Thanalai Road, Tel/Fax: 0 5374 0088, www.pda.or.th/chiangrai, e-mail: [email protected] Phulae Tour (ภูแลทัวร์) 145 Mu 3 Tambon Tha Sai, Tel: 0 5377 4506, 08 5662 4347, www.phulaetour.com. S.K. Car Rent (เอส เค รถเช่า) 869/81-82 opposite the Wangcome Hotel, Tel: 0 5375 2969, 0 5371 3096 S.T. Car Rent (เอส ที รถเช่า) 527/5-6 Banphaprakan Road (near the clock tower), Tel: 0 5371 3652, 0 5375 2180 Skyline Travel Centre (สกายไลน์ทราเวลเซ็นเตอร์) 834/2 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel: 0 5371 1867 Smile Car Rent (สไมล์รถเช่า) close proximity to the Provincial Rural Roads Office (next to the Far East North Tour), Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5366 2203


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The White House (เดอะไวท์เฮาส์) 789/7 Phahonyothin Road, Tel: 0 5374 4051, 0 5371 3427 The Winner Tour (เดอะวินเนอร์ทัวร์) 622 Muban Phrueksachat, Tambon San Sai, Tel: 0 5371 2247, Fax: 0 5371 3968. Tony Smile Travel (โทนี่สไมล์แทรเวล) 488/9 Rattanakhet Road, Tambon Wiang, Tel/Fax: 0 5374 4762, www.tonysmile.asia. Tung Luang (ตุงหลวง) 869/141 Premawiphat Road, Tel: 0 5375 2161, Fax: 0 5375 2312. Yutthana Car Rent (ยุทธนารถเช่า ) 898/4 Phahonyothin Road (opposite the co-op office), Tel: 0 5375 5113, 0 5370 2258 Other Districts Ann Tour (แอนทัวร์ ) 166 Mu 8 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Chiang Khong, Tel: 0 5365 5198, 0 5379 1218 Chiang Khong Thai-Lao Travel (เชียงของไทย-ลาวการท่องเที่ยว) 69/1 Mu 1 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Chiang Khong, Tel: 0 5379 1162, 0 5379 1242, Fax: 0 5365 5640 Chiang Khong Travel (เชียงของการท่องเที่ยว) 357 Mu 1 Amphoe Chiang Khong, Tel/Fax: 0 5365 5381 Chiang Rai Pedal Tricycle Club (ชมรมสามล้อเชียงราย) in front of the Dusit Island Resort, Tel: 08 5031 0417. Jaturaporn Tour (จตุรพรทัวร์) 183 Mu 10 Tambon Chanchawa Tai, Amphoe Mae Chan, Tel: 0 5365 3606, E-mail: [email protected] Luang Prabang (หลวงพระบาง) 83 Mu 8 Sai Klang Road, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Chiang Khong, Tel: 0 5379 1023, 0 5365 5239, Fax: 0 5379 1446 Mae Khong Delta Travel Agency (แม่โขงเดลต้าทราเวลเอเจนซี่) 230/5-6 Phahonyothin Road, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Amphoe Mae Sai, Tel: 0 5364 2517-9, Fax: 0 5364 2520, www.maekhongtravel.com Mandalay Travel Service (มัณฑเลย์ทราเวลเซอร์วิส ) 382 Mu 7 Phahonyothin Road, Amphoe Mae Sai, Tel: 0 5364 0086-7, Fax: 0 5373 1538 Nam Khong Travel (น้ำโขงทราเวล) 408 Mu 1 Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Chiang Khong, Tel: 0 5365 5102, 0 5379 1796, Fax: 0 5379 1802 P.T. Car Rent (พี ที รถเช่า) 309 Mu 5 Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mae Chan (P.T. Petrol Station Mae Chan), Tel: 08 1277 5707 Top North Tour and Service (ท๊อปนอร์ททัวร์แอนด์เซอร์วิส) 100/67 Mu 5 Tambon Wiang Phang Kham (in the Mae Sai Bus Terminal), Tel: 0 5364 6166, Fax: 0 5364 6166, E-mail: [email protected] Note: Information of travel agents is available at the Bangkok Tourist Business and Guide Registration Office, Chiang Mai Office, Tel: 0 5320 4602, 0 5320 4485


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Useful Calls Public Relations Office Tel: 0 5371 1870 Provincial Office Tel: 0 5371 1123 Chiang Rai District Office Tel: 0 5375 2177, 0 5371 1288 Chiang Rai Hospital Tel: 0 5371 1300 Mueang Chiang Rai District Police Station Tel: 0 5371 1444 Highway Police Tel: 1193 Tourist Police Tel: 0 5371 7779, 1155 Immigration Tel: 0 2287 3101-10 Mae Sai Immigration Tel: 0 5373 1008-9 Chiang Saen Immigration Tel: 0 5379 1330 Meteorological Department Tel: 1182 Tourism and Sports Office Tel: 0 5371 6519 Chiang Rai Tourism Association Tel: 0 5360 1299

TAT Tourist Information Centers Tourism Authority of Thailand Head Office 1600 Phetchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 Tel: 0 2250 5500 (automatic 120 lines) Fax: 0 2250 5511 E-mail: [email protected] www.tourismthailand.org Ministry of Tourism and Sports 4 Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue, Bangkok 10100 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. everyday TAT Chiang Rai 448/16 Singhakhlai Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai 57000 Tel: 0 5371 7433, 0 5374 4674-5 Fax: 0 5371 7434 E-mail: [email protected] Areas of Responsibility: Chiang Rai, Phayao

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