Chiang Rai is Thailand's most northern province and is frequented mostly by tourists and shoppers. Attractions include the famous Golden Triangle where the borders of three countries meet; Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. It is about 9 kilometers north of Chiang Saen. From this place, Laotian and Myanmar border can be seen through Mae Khong and Ruak River respectively

Also a site worth while seeing is the mighty Mekong River. A wealth of cultural diversity awaits those who take the time to explore the region.

Doi Mae Salong is the mountain village close to the Burmese border and can be reached by car. A number of hilltribes villages can be seen on the way and there is a superb panoramic view from summit.

Doi Luang National Park covers areas in Amphoe Phan, Amphoe Waing Pa Pao of Chiang rai, and some part of Lampang and Phayao. To get to the park you must take the Chiang Rai-Phayao Highway for 58 kms. to Ban Pu Kaeng, turn right at km.773 then drive for another 9 kms. The main attraction is Namtok Pu Kaeng which is the largest waterfall in Chiang Rai, having a strong current cascading all year round.

The Queen Mother's Garden near Chang Rai is also very impressed. There are more orchids than you ever knew existed and the grounds are beautiful. You can also visit the Royal Residence which is spectacular. Don't wear shorts or they will lend you a pair of denim pants which look like prison garb.

Phrathat Doi Tung is the holy relic that draws devout Buddhists from as far as Laos and Myanmar for annual worshipping. The reliquary is atop the highest Chiang Rai mountain at Doi Tung, elevation 2,000 meters above sea-level. The shrine is reached by a torturous mountain road, winding its way up and down mountain sides for 17 kms. off Highway No.110, 48 kms. from Chiang Rai township. The unmatched panoramic view reaches out to Myanmar and Laos on the horizon.