Thanon Khon Muan

Chiang Rai


Come Sunday evening, the stretch of Th Sankhongnoi from Soi 2 heading west is closed to traffic and in its place are vendors selling clothes, handicrafts and local food. Th Sankhongnoi is called Th Sathanpayabarn where it intersects with the southern end of Th Phahonyothin.


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Nearby Chiang Rai attractions

1. Oub Kham Museum

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This slightly zany private museum houses an impressive collection of paraphernalia from virtually every corner of the former Lanna kingdom. The items,…

3. Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong

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King Mengrai, Chiang Rai’s founder, first surveyed the site for the city from this peak, just west of contemporary Chiang Mai’s centre. The Lanna-style…

4. Market

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Chiang Rai's main market for fresh produce. It's busiest in the morning.

5. Wat Phra Kaew

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Originally called Wat Pa Yia (Bamboo Forest Monastery) in the local dialect, this is the city’s most revered Buddhist temple. The main prayer hall is a…

6. Wat Jet Yot

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The seven-spired chedi (stupa) at Wat Jet Yot is similar to that of its Chiang Mai namesake but is without stucco ornamentation. Of more aesthetic…

7. Clock Tower

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Chiang Rai's 'main' clock tower lights up at night and is a popular photo opportunity.

8. Clock Tower

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The older of Chiang Rai's two clock towers.