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Chiangrai is the most northern province of Thailand.
The Chiangrai Province is bordering Myanmar (Burma) on the north, Laos on the east, Phayao and Lampang on the south and Chiangmai on the southwest.
Chiangrai is about 785 km from Bangkok and 182 km from Chiangmai and can be reached by plane (Chiang Rai International Airport) or by bus.
Chiangrai was built in 1262 by King Mengrai. King Mengrai himself was the founder of the Kingdom of Lanna.
Chiangrai was occupied by Burma between 1648 and 1786. After that Chiangrai became a part of Thailand again.
The most important attractions of Chiangrai province are:
Phra That Doi Tung, Chiang Saen National Museum, The Golden Triangle, Doi Mae Salong, The border town Maesai, Pu Kaeng Waterfall, Hill Tribes, Elephant Riding, Rafting and much more.
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Accommodations in Chiang Rai and around |  |
Tours, Travel and Transportation in Chiang Rai and around |
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Shopping, Handicrafts and Souvenirs in Chiang Rai and around |  |
Entertainment, Shows and Night Life in Chiang Rai and around |
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Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Chiang Rai and around |  |
Sport, Fitness and Beauty in Chiang Rai and around |
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Land, Houses and Condominiums in Chiang Rai and around |  |
Sightseeing and attractions in Chiang Rai |
| Accommodation | Location |
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| Rimkok Resort Hotel Promotion | Chiangrai-Thatorn Road | 1300 THB | |
| Imperial Golden Triangle Resort Promotion | Golden Triangle | 1750 THB | |
| Golden Triangle Paradise Resort | Golden Triangle | 2000 THB | |
| Dusit Island Resort | Kraisorasit Road | 2150 THB | |
| Phu Chaisai Moutain Resort & Spa Promotion | Mae Chan | 2000 THB | |
| Suanthip Vana Resort | Mae Suay | 3300 THB | |
| Golden Pine Resort | Muang | 2150 THB | |
| Wiang Inn Hotel | Paholyothin Road | 900 THB | |
| Little Duck Hotel | Paholyothin Road | 1200 THB | |
| Wangcome Hotel | Pemawibhata Road | 1150 THB |
Photo: Monument of King Mengrai, builder of Chiangrai City in 1262 and founder of the Kingdom of Lanna.
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