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Doi Luang National Park was established in April 1990 and covers an area of approximately 1,172 sq km. It is situated within the districts of Phan and Waing Pa Pao in Chiang Rai province, as well as covering parts of the northern provinces of Lampang and Phayao. The park is easily reached via the Chiang Rai to Phayao highway at km 58 on the way to Ban Ku Kaeng.
One of the park's main attractions is the beautiful cascading Nam Tok Pu Kaeng Waterfall - which is also the largest waterfall in Chiang Rai province. Other waterfalls within the park are the Nam Tok Wang Kaeo and Nam Tok Champa Thong. There are also a various caves scattered throughout the park, such as Nang Phaya Pang Ding Cave.
Much of the park is still covered in dense, mixed forest and is home to over eighty-nine confirmed species of bird as well as twelve different types of mammal, including wild pig, slow loris and barking deer.
Golden Triangle A trip to Chiang Rai province would not be complete without seeing the notorious Golden Triangle first hand! This famed border location where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet on the Mekong River was once supposed to be the center of all the opium poppy growing in Thailand.
Chiang Saen National Museum This interesting museum is situated in the historical town of Chiang Saen and features some fine displays of local artifacts, as well as various handicrafts from the surrounding area. It is best known for its exquisite collection of bronze Buddha images in typical Chiang Saen style (featuring oval faces and slender bodies), as well as other Lanna art objects. Many art historians believe that these particular collections are perhaps the first true ‘Thai’ works-of-art. There are some fine displays of folk art, handicrafts and musical instruments produced by the hill tribes indigenous to the area.
Doi Mae Salong
The village of Mae Salong, or 'Santikhiri' as it is sometimes known, is situated on Doi Mae Salong Mountain about 45 km north of the district of Mae Chan in Chiang Rai Province.
At an elevation of 1,800 m, it is situated on the highest peak and commands some breathtaking and far-reaching panoramic views. When the mist comes, the views change dramatically, especially at sunrise or sunset. The air is crisp, cool and refreshing all year round and the winter months of November through February and can be really quite cold.
Often referred to as 'Little Switzerland' for its unique and enchanting mountainous scenery, Doi Mae Salong is unlike any other area anywhere within the country. The area is special not only for its beautiful alpine-like landscape and climate, but moreover for it's short, but fascinating history and political development, as well as it's distinctive and mixed populace
