Chiang Rai

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Chiang Rai Night Bazaar opens daily from 17.00 onwards. Besides the traditional handicrafts of the hill tribes other souvenirs, clothes, shoes and jewellery are sold. Inside the market are two food courts, one with live music, the other one without. Enjoy authentic Thai food for reasonable prices.

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The new clock tower was build by Ajarn Chalermchai, the famous Thai artist who built the White Temple - Wat Rong Khun. Light shows take place between 19.00 and 21.00.

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Wat Klang Wiang was completely renovated in 1992. In this temple under the Chedi lies the ancient corner stone of the city. Also the new ground stone is kept here.

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In 1434, the famous Emerald Buddha was discovered in the stupa of the temple. The legend goes that lightening damaged the Stupa and the statue was revealed.

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The Hill Tribe Museum has a nice exhibition about the hill tribes and their history. They also offer 1 or 2 day treks to the hill tribes. For further information contact the information counter.

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Wat Rong Khun is mostly known as the White Temple. The famous Thai artist, Ajarn Chakermchai Kosipipat has been working on this temple since 1996 and the project is supposed to go on for 90 years.
Unlike other Thai temples, it is influenced by contemporary art. The artist explains the white colour with purity and the use of the mirrors is a symbol of wisdom reflecting Lord Buddha´s enlightenment. The artist´s art gallery is also part of the temple compound. Admission is free.

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Hat Chiang Rai translates to Chiang Rai Beach. Here you find various food stalls along the Mae Kok River and in the evenings children take a swim in the river. Crowded on weekends.

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