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Culture of Chiang Rai. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

The small city of Chiang Rai surprises guests with a variety of excursion sites. There are unique and historical landmarks, as well as interesting monuments and museums; suburbs are also famous for their attractions. One of the most revered monuments among locals remains King Mengrai the Great Monument. Next to the monument stands a beautiful golden trident, the symbol of power; few times a year interesting celebrations are held near the monument.

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In the heart of the city there is another interesting monument, Clock tower. The monument was opened relatively recently, in 2008; it is dedicated to the current King of Thailand, Rama IX. Many tourists come to the monument after dark when beautiful lighting turns on.

The introduction to the local culture is impossible without a visit to the lovely Tung Garden. This is a beautiful theme park with lots of interesting sculptures; the garden also houses the Museum of national costumes. There are beautiful temples in Chiang Rai; one of the most interesting is Wat Phra Kaew. The temple is literally immersed in green and its spectacular facade in traditional style looks simply irresistible. Many interesting stories are associated with the temple; according to one of them, in the Middle Ages, there was found the famous statue of the Emerald Buddha. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Chiang Rai inhabitants

Chiang Rai is often called the city of endless festivals, as a lot of interesting events are held here throughout the year. Its brightest holidays are held in February, April and November. …

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No less interesting is Wat Phra Sing; its walls house priceless religious artifacts. The temple was built in the 14th century. Today, all attenders can admire its awesome interiors. The most spectacular religious attraction is White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). The name of the temple fully reflects its main feature; it is an amazingly beautiful white building surrounded by fountains and sculptures; its interior is decorated with hand paintings. Construction of the temple has begun in 1997.

Among cultural institutions, the Hilltribe Museum and Education Center is considered to be the most interesting; it tells visitors about the diversity of cultures and customs of locals. Among its exhibits there are beautiful national costumes and everyday objects, models of houses and works of art. There is also Black Temple (Baan Dam) in Chiang Rai, which is not a temple literally. It is a beautiful open-air museum with works of local artists and sculptors.

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National Museum is another interesting place, it is located in the North-West of the city and does not work every day, you should clarify the information before visiting this place. Six halls, each is dedicated to a particular era. The exhibits are very interesting and, importantly, have signatures in English, so you can explore the Museum on your own. Here you will find ... Open »

Chiang Mai

Doi Suthep Temple is considered one of the most beautiful structures; it is one of the most important religious attractions of the country. A temple is situated on top of the mountain of the same name surrounded by beautiful forests. The first temple in its place has been founded in the 14th century. These days it has significantly expanded its territory and the temple has ... Open »

Bago-Pegu

The most interesting attractions of Bago are ancient temples and pagodas. Each of the religious sites is distinguished by its unique charm and history. Be sure to visit the Shwemawdaw Paya, one of the city’s most spectacular pagodas. Its height is 114 meters and it has been one of the highest in the region since its construction. The history of this pagoda is very ... Open »

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Bagan is famous for its ancient temples and pagodas. Each historical monument is unique here. One of the most spectacular and amazing is Ananda Temple, the first mention of which dates back to the late 11th century. According to one of the legends, King Kyanzittha ordered the execution of the architect who developed a project of the temple. After the construction was completed, ... Open »

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Historical and cultural heritage of Hanoi astonishes by its individuality and versatility. The starting point of almost all tour programs and also the heart of the historic district of the city is the Hoan Kiem lake, surrounded by an incredibly amazing park. The area is perfect for hiking. Not far from it there is the picturesque Old town. On an artificial island among the calm ... Open »

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The majority of the attractions of the city have a religious significance. Beautiful temples and ancient monasteries keep a lot of secrets and beautiful legends, and their beautiful inner decoration does not cease to amaze visitors with luxury and elegance. Making a visit to National Museum is a great way to learn the culture and lifestyle of local residents. A part of its ... Open »

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Culture of Chiang Rai. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

City tours, excursions and tickets in Chiang Rai and surroundings

Photogallery of cultural heritage of Chiang Rai

Landmarks of culture on Chiang Rai map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc

Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Chiang Rai