Chiang Rai, Provincial capital in northern Thailand.
The city stands at an elevation of 390 meters above sea level, where the Kok River flows through the alluvial plains near Myanmar.
King Mangrai established Chiang Rai in 1262 as a capital city, and it remained under Burmese control for centuries until joining Thailand in 1933.
The Wat Rong Khun temple combines traditional Buddhist elements with modern architectural designs, featuring white structures and mirror decorations throughout the complex.
Visitors can reach Chiang Rai through its international airport, which offers regular flights to Bangkok and connects to other major destinations in Thailand.
The Emerald Buddha emerged from the ground during an earthquake in 1432, making this location a significant point in Thai Buddhist history.
Location: Mueang Chiang Rai
Inception: 1262
Founders: Mangrai
Elevation above the sea: 390 m
Website: http://chiangraicity.go.th
GPS coordinates: 19.90689,99.83327
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:06
Wat Rong Suea Ten
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Wat Phra Kaeo
785 m
Wat Phra Sing
488 m
The Navel City Pillar of Chiang Rai
1.4 km
Wat Phra That Doi Khao Khwai Kaeo
3.8 km
Wat Ming Mueang
550 m
Wat Tham Phra
4.8 km
Wat Chet Yot
447 m
Darunaman Mosque
433 m
Wat Doi Ngam Mueang
1.1 km
Great Guan Yin Statue, Wat Huay Pla Kang
5.5 km
Wat Klang Wiang
441 m
Wat Mengrai Maharat
3.4 km
Wat Si Bun Rueang
708 m
Wat Doi Phrabat
2.6 km
Chiangrai Province Stadium
2.4 km
Wat Si Sai Mun
1.3 km
Wat Chiang Yuen
1.1 km
Wat Si Koet
642 m
Wat San Pa Ko
2.2 km
Wat Mung Mueang
559 m
Wat Chetuphon
1.6 km
Wat Nam Lat Wang Sang
3.1 km
Rai Mae Fa Luang Art and Cultural Park
4 km
Lanna Scripture Museum
675 m
Darul Aman Mosque
433 m
Chiang Rai Train Library
603 m
Tham Tu Pu
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