Chiang Rai
Thailand
- Safety rating
- 8.2/10
- Best time to visit
- November to February brings cool, comfortable weather; avoid the hazy burning season in March and April.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Chiang Rai, in Thailand's far north, is a tranquil city famed for its striking contemporary temples, hill-tribe culture, and Golden Triangle borderlands. The dazzling White Temple and surreal Blue Temple are its standout draws. Misty mountains, tea plantations, and ethnic villages surround the town.
Top attractions
See the White Temple, the Blue Temple, the Black House (Baan Dam), and the Golden Triangle viewpoint.
Getting around
Songthaews, Grab, tuk-tuks, and rented scooters serve the town and surroundings.