Things to Do in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Chiang Rai sits in northern Thailand's Golden Triangle region 780 kilometers north of Bangkok, at 430 meters elevation on a highland plateau. Wat Rong Khun, the White Temple completed in 1998, features an all-white design with intricate architectural details covering 2,500 square meters. The temple overlooks the Mae Kok River where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar converge, visible from nearby hilltop viewpoints. The town serves as a tourist hub. Night bazaars attract visitors.