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{{short description|Province of Thailand}}
{{Infobox Thai Province|
{{Use dmy dates|date=July 2019}}
name = Chiang Rai|
{{Infobox settlement
thai = เชียงราย|
capital = ]| | name = Chiang Rai
| official_name = จังหวัดเชียงราย · {{Script|Lana|ᨧᩢ᩠ᨦᩉ᩠ᩅᩢᨯᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ}}
area = 11,678.4|
| settlement_type = ]
arearank = 12th|
| image_flag = Flag of Chiang Rai.svg
population = 1,129,701|
| flag_size =
population_as_of = 2000|
| flag_alt =
populationrank = 13th|
| image_seal = Seal Chiang Rai.svg
density = 97|
| image_skyline = {{multiple image
densityrank = 46th|
| border = infobox
isocode = TH-57|
| total_width = 300
governor = Traisit Sinsombunthong<ref>ไทยรัฐ. (2551, 23 เมษายน). '''ปลัดมท.ขอโทษ หากย้ายไม่ถูกใจ.''' . เข้าถึงได้จาก . (23 เมษายน 2551).</ref>|
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governor_since = May 2008|
| perrow = 2/2/2/2
mapimage = thailand_Chiang_Rai.png
| image1 = King Mangrai Monument อนุสาวรีย์พ่อขุนมังราย ห้าแยกพ่อขุนฯ (October 2021) - img 03.jpg
| image2 = หอนาฬิกาเชียงราย Chiang Rai Clock Tower.jpg
| image3 = Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai Ubosot วัดพระแก้ว เชียงราย อุโบสถ.jpg
| image4 = Chiang Rai Wat Phra Singha วัดพระสิงห์ เชียงราย - vihara kaew.jpg
| image5 = White Temple XXII.jpg
| image6 = Chiang Rai Blue Temple วัดร่องเสือเต้น.jpg
| image7 = Doi Tung flags.jpg
| image8 = Pu Chi Fah.jpg
}}
| image_alt =
| image_caption = ''Left to right, top to bottom'': King ] Intersection, Chiang Rai Clock Tower, ], ], ], ], {{ill|Doi Tung Royal Villa|th|พระตำหนักดอยตุง}}, ]
| seal_size =
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| motto = "เหนือสุดในสยาม ชายแดนสามแผ่นดิน ถิ่นวัฒนธรรมล้านนา ล้ำค่าพระธาตุดอยตุง" <br>("Northernmost of Siam, ], Home of ] culture. The precious Wat Phra That Doi Tung.")
| coordinates = {{coord|19|54|N|99|49|E|region:TH_type:adm1st_dim:200000_source:dewiki|display=inline,title}}
| coordinates_footnotes =
| image_map = Thailand Chiang Rai locator map.svg
| mapsize =
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| map_caption = {{Legend inline|#B00000|outline=silver}} '''Chiang Rai''' in {{Legend inline|#FEFEE9|outline=silver}} ''']'''
| seat_type = ]
| seat = ]
| government_footnotes =
| leader_title = Governor
| leader_name = Charin Thongsuk (since October 2024)
| area_footnotes = <ref name="RFD">{{cite web |url=https://www.forest.go.th |title=ตารางที่ 2 พี้นที่ป่าไม้ แยกรายจังหวัด พ.ศ.2562 |year=2019 |department=Royal Forest Department |language=Thai |trans-title=Table 2 Forest area Separate province year 2019 |access-date=6 April 2021 |postscript=, information, Forest statistics Year 2019, Thailand boundary from Department of Provincial Administration in 2013}}</ref>
| area_total_km2 = 11,503
| area_rank = ]
| area_water_km2 =
| population_footnotes = <ref name="TDD">{{cite web |url=http://stat.bora.dopa.go.th/stat/statnew/statTDD/ |website=stat.bora.dopa.go.th |language=th |script-title=th:รายงานสถิติจำนวนประชากรและบ้านประจำปี พ.ส.2562 |trans-title=Statistics, population and house statistics for the year 2019 |date=31 December 2019 |department=Registration Office Department of the Interior, Ministry of the Interior |access-date=26 February 2020 |archive-date=14 June 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190614102009/http://stat.bora.dopa.go.th/stat/statnew/statTDD/ |url-status=dead }}</ref>
| population_total = 1,298,304
| population_as_of = 2019
| population_rank = ]
| population_density_km2 = 113
| population_density_rank = ]
| demographics_type2 = GDP
| demographics2_footnotes = <ref name="NESDB-2017">{{cite journal|title=''Gross Regional and Provincial Product, 2019 Edition''|journal=<> |date=July 2019|url=https://www.nesdc.go.th/ewt_dl_link.php?nid=5628&filename=gross_regional|access-date=22 January 2020|publisher=Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC)|language=en|issn=1686-0799}}</ref>
| demographics2_title1 = Total
| demographics2_info1 = ] 104 billion<br />(]3.6 billion) (2019)
| demographics_type1 = Human Achievement Index
| demographics1_footnotes = <ref name="HAI 2565">{{cite web |url=https://www.nesdc.go.th/main.php?filename=Social_HAI |department=Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC)|title=ข้อมูลสถิติดัชนีความก้าวหน้าของคน ปี 2565 (PDF) |language=thai |trans-title=Human Achievement Index Databook year 2022 (PDF) |access-date=12 March 2024 |postscript= , page 26}}</ref>
| demographics1_title1 = HAI (2022)
| demographics1_info1 = 0.6307&nbsp;"low"<br/>]
| timezone1 = ]
| utc_offset1 = +7
| postal_code_type = ]
| postal_code = 57xxx
| area_code_type = ]
| area_code = 052 & 053
| iso_code = ]
| registration_plate = ]
| blank_name_sec2 = Accession into Kingdom of Siam
| blank_info_sec2 = 1910
| blank1_name_sec2 = Accession into Kingdom of Thailand
| blank1_info_sec2 = 1932
| website = {{URL|www.chiangrai.go.th}}
| footnotes =
| native_name = เชียงราย
| other_name = {{Script|Lana|ᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ}}
}}
{{Contains special characters|Lanna}}
'''Chiang Rai''' ({{langx|th|เชียงราย}}, {{IPA|th|tɕʰīaŋ rāːj|pron}}; {{langx|nod|{{Script|Lana|ᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ}}}} เจียงฮาย, {{IPA-nod|tɕīaŋ hāːj|pron}}) is one of Thailand's seventy-six ], which lies in ] and is Thailand's northernmost province. It is bordered by the ] of ] to the north, ] of ] to the east, ] to the south, ] to the southwest, and ] to the west. The provinces is linked to ] Laos by the ] that spans the ].{{Infobox Chinese
| pic = Lanna- Thai Chiang Rai.svg
| picsize = 160 px
| piccap = "Chiang Rai" in ] (top) and<br/>] with ] (bottom)
| tha = เชียงราย
| rtgs = Chiang Rai
| lang1 = ]
| lang1_content = {{Script|Lana|ᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ}}<br/><small></small>
}} }}
'''Chiang Rai''' ({{lang-th|เชียงราย}}) is the most northern ] (''changwat'') of ]. Neighbouring provinces are (from east clockwise) ], ] and ]. In the north it borders ] of ] and ] and ] of ].


==Geography== ==Geography==
The average elevation of the province is 580 m. The north of the province belongs to the so-called '']'', at which the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar converge - an area which was very unsafe because of the drug ] across the borders. The ] river forms the boundary with Laos, the ] and ] to Myanmar. Through the town of ] itself flows the ]. The average elevation of the province is {{convert|580.|m|ft}}. The north of the province is part of the so-called '']'', where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Burma converge, an area which prior to the rise of agricultural production of coffee, pineapple, coconuts, and banana plantations, was unsafe because of drug ] across the borders. The ] River forms the boundary with Laos, the ] and ] with Burma. Through the town of ] itself, flows the "Mae Kok" ] and south of it the ], a tributary of the Kok.

] Monument at Chiang Rai Province]]
While the eastern part of the province is characterized by relatively flat river plains, the northern and western part consists of the hilly terrain of the ] with the ] and the ] in the west and the ] in the north. While not the highest elevation of the province, the {{convert|1389|m|ft|adj=on}} high<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indexmundi.com/zm/th/840.htm|title=Thailand - Mountains beginning with Doi Tung - Doi Tung to Doi Wiang Pha|website=www.indexmundi.com}}</ref> ] (''Flag Hill'') is the most important terrain feature. ] ] on top of the hill, according to the chronicles, dates back to the year 911. Nearby is ], former residence of the late princess mother ] (mother of ]). Thanks to her activities the hills were reforested, and the hill tribes diverted from growing opium poppies to other crops including coffee, bananas, coconuts, and pineapples. The total forest area is {{convert|4,585|km²|abbr=on}} or 39.9 percent of provincial area.<ref name="RFD"/>


===National parks===
While the eastern part of the province is relatively flat river plains, the western part consists of mountainous terrain. While not the highest elevation of the province, the 1322 m high ] (''Flag hill'') is the most important hill. The Wat Phra That Doi Tung temple on top of the hill according to the chronicles dates back to the year 911. Nearby is the Doi Tung royal villa, former residence of the Late Princess mother (mother of the present king) ]. Thanks to her activities the hills were reforested, and the hill tribes changed from growing poppy to other crops.
There are seven national parks, along with one other national park, make up ] of Thailand's protected areas.
* ], {{convert|1169|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA NP">{{cite web |url=https://catalog.dnp.go.th/dataset/areaofnp/resource/3b372140-f2bf-4811-8819-bb8a8b1a100a |title=ข้อมูลพื้นที่อุทยานแห่งชาติ ที่ประกาศในราชกิจจานุบกษา 133 แห่ง |date=December 2020 |department=Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation |language=Thai |trans-title=National Park Area Information published in the 133 Government Gazettes |access-date=1 November 2022 |archive-date=3 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221103123527/https://catalog.dnp.go.th/dataset/areaofnp/resource/3b372140-f2bf-4811-8819-bb8a8b1a100a |url-status=dead }}</ref>{{rp|61}}
* ], {{convert|587|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA PREPARE">{{cite web |url=https://catalog.dnp.go.th/dataset/areaofnp/resource/4e6d4cb8-1ed1-4e1b-b5fe-8c992c728a40 |title=ข้อมูลพื้นที่อุทยานแห่งชาติ (เตรียมการ) 22 แห่ง |date=December 2020 |department=Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation |language=Thai |trans-title=Information of 22 National Parks Areas (Preparation) |access-date=1 November 2022 |archive-date=3 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221103125113/https://catalog.dnp.go.th/dataset/areaofnp/resource/4e6d4cb8-1ed1-4e1b-b5fe-8c992c728a40 |url-status=dead }}</ref>{{rp|18}}
* ], {{convert|351|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA NP"/>{{rp|120}}
* ], {{convert|285|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA NP"/>{{rp|98}}
* ], {{convert|270|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA NP"/>{{rp|80}}
* ], {{convert|93|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA PREPARE"/>{{rp|21}}
* ], {{convert|19|km2|abbr=on}}<ref name="AREA PREPARE"/>{{rp|7}}


==History== ==History==
{{main|Lan Na Kingdom}}


Popualtions have dwelled in Chiang Rai since the 7th century and it became the center of the Lanna Thai Kingdom during the 13th century. The region, rich in natural resources and textiles, was occupied by the Burmese until 1786. Chiang Rai was founded in 1262. Populations have dwelled in Chiang Rai since the 7th century and it became the center of the ] during the 13th century. The region, rich in natural resources, was occupied by the Burmese until 1786.


Chiang Rai province's golden triangle bordering Laos and Burma was once the hub of opium production.
Chiang Rai became a province in 1910, after being part of the kingdom of ] for centuries. After Lannathai was incorporated into Thailand, it stayed an autonomous region and thus the Chiang Rai area was administered from Chiang Mai.


Chiang Rai became a province in 1910, after being part of the ] Kingdom for centuries. After Lanna was incorporated into Thailand, it remained an autonomous region and thus the Chiang Rai area was administered from Chiang Mai.
Chiang Rai province’s Golden Triangle bordering Laos and Burma was once the hub of opium production which had much influence on cultural practices and lifestyles. Until this day, entire clans live together in bamboo houses and each village has its own individual character.


Chiang Rai province is a transit point for Rohingya refugees from Myanmar (Burma) who are transported there from Sangkhlaburi district in ].<ref>"Putrajaya's migrant deluge woes", The Star, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 13 May 2015, http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2015/05/13/Putrajayas-migrant-deluge-woes-Emergency-meetings-held-to-find-solutions/</ref>
==Demographics==
The majority of the population are generally ethnic ], but 12.5% of the population belong to the ], a minority in the North of Thailand. A minority are of ] descent, mainly descendants of the ] soldiers who settled in the region, notably ].


In September 2014, there was a major flood in Chiang Rai province, affecting six districts. It was the most severe flood in 50 years.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1418363|work=MCOT|title=Floodwaters Surge into Chiang Rai City Center|accessdate=2024-09-12|date=2024-11-24}}</ref>
==Symbols==
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==Demographics==
The seal of the province shows a ], the royal symbol. It remembers that Chiang Rai was founded by King ], according to the legend because his elephant liked the place.
The majority of the population are ethnic ] who speak ] among themselves, but 12.5% are of ] origin, a sizeable minority in the north provinces. A smaller number are of ] descent, mainly descendants of the ] soldiers who settled in the region, notably in ].

The provincial tree is the Tree Jasmine ('']''), and the provincial flower is the Orange Trumpet ('']'').

The provincial slogan says:
"เหนือสุดในสยาม อร่ามดอยตุง ผดุงวัฒนธรรม รสล้ำข้าวสาร หอมหวานลิ้นจี่ สตรีโสภา ชาเลิศรส สัปปะรดนางแล"

''Northernmost in Siam, beautiful Doi Tung, repository of culture, most delicious rice, sweet and fragrant ], beautiful women, the finest flavoured tea, pineapple from Nang-Lae (,source of the ]).''

or "เหนือสุดในสยาม ชายแดนสามแผ่นดิน ถิ่นวัฒนธรรมล้านนา ล้ำค่าพระธาตุดอยตุง"

''Farthest north in Siam, intersection of three reigns, home to the culture of Lanna''

==Administrative divisions==
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The province is subdivided in 18 districts ('']''). These are further subdivided into 124 subdistricts ('']'') and 1510 villages ('']'').
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== Transportation ==

'''Rail systems'''

There is no railway system in Chiang Rai.

'''Bus service'''

Decent bus services are available in the province but in more remote areas, songthaews (public passenger pick-up vehicles) are the norm.

'''Airplane'''

There is an airport but it only offers internal flights.

== Tourism ==

The province is rich in tourism resources in terms of natural attractions and antiquities, evidence of its past civilisation. It is also home to various hilltribes who follow fascinating ways of life. Chiang Rai is also a tourism gateway into ] and ].


=== Attractions === == Ethnic groups ==
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''']''' are the city folk who originally came from Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang, and Phrae. Culturally, they design their houses having only one floor with wooden gable decorations called "ka-lae". They are known for their craftsmanship in wood carving, weaving, lacquer ware, and musical instruments.


'''Tai Yai''' (ไทใหญ่) (]) are a ] ethnic group who primarily live in what is now ] in Burma, and also in ] in Thailand. They grow rice, farm, raise cattle, and trade. Their craftsmanship lies in weaving, pottery, wood carving, and bronze ware.
'''Doi Tung (ดอยตุง)''' is a revered mountain which includes the Doi Tung Palace and the Mae Fa Luang Flower Garden. The Wat Phra That Doi Tung Holy Relic, an old religious site on top of the mountain, is about 2,000 metres above sea level.


''']''' have the largest population of any hill tribe in the region. Originating from Tibet and southern China, they dwell on high ground around 1,200 meters above sea level. Within their villages they build spirit gateways to protect them from evil spirits.
'''Wat Rong Khun (วัดร่องขุ่น):''' This temple was designed and built by artist Chaloemchai Khositphiphat. A white ordination hall – Phra Ubosot - is decorated with silver glittering pieces of mirrors. There are large mural paintings of the Lord Buddha in different gestures.


''']''' (Musor) are also from the Yunnanese area and live in high areas. They are known as hunters and planters.
'''Golden Triangle (สามเหลี่ยมทองคำ)''' locally called "Sop Ruak" is where the Mae Khong meets the Ruak River and also where the borders of three countries, Laos, Burma and Thailand, meet together. There are remains of many ancient places and structures attesting to the area having been settled by people in the past.
''']''' live in various areas of the region which have valleys and riverbanks.


''']''' in Chiang Rai consist primarily of the former ] (KMT army) who took refuge in the area, mainly in ] (formerly Mae Salong).
'''Doi Mae Salong (ดอยแม่สลอง)''' is home to a community settled by remnants of the former Chinese 93rd Division who moved from Burma to Thai territory during the Communist Revolution. Today it is a tourist attraction with its small-town ambience on high hills.
''']''' from southern China, inhabit high ground. They raise livestock and grow rice, corn, tobacco, and cabbage. They are also known for their embroidery and silver.
'''Wat Phra Kaeo (วัดพระแก้ว)''' once housed Thailand’s most revered Buddha image, the Emerald Buddha. It was discovered in 1444. The statue had been moved by various state rulers to be placed in their respective capitals as a symbol of dominance, including Lampang, Chiang Rai and Vientiane before finally enshrined in Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaeo during the reign of King Rama I of the Rattanakosin period.
'''Kok River (แม่น้ำกก)''' flows through the town of Chiang Rai and is 130 kilometres long. Long-tailed boats and cruises can be made from town to travel. Hilltribe villages in the area are popular with travelers.


''']''' (]) live in dwellings of usually only a single room wooden house built on high poles. They are skilled in weaving.
'''Amphoe Mae Sai:''' Mae Sai (แม่สาย), borders on Burma’s Tha Khi Lek (ท่าขี้เหล็ก) marked by the Mae Sai River with a bridge spanning both sides. The area has a market selling lots of different goods.


''']''' from southern China and Tibet are renowned for their colorful dress and also build their dwellings on high stilts. They harvest rice and corn and their men are skilled in hunting.
'''The Hall of Opium, Golden Triangle Park (หอฝิ่นอุทยานสามเหลี่ยมทองคำ)''' exhibits the history of opium in the Golden Triangle, its origin, opium war when people lived on opium planting and smoking, as well as the recovery of the people who lived here.


''']''' (Mien) reside along mountain sides and grow corn and other crops. They are skilled blacksmiths, silversmiths, and embroiders.
'''Chiang Saen (เชียงแสน)''' an ancient town once served as the main town before King Mengrai established Chiang Rai as the capital in 1262. Traces of old double city walls and many other antiquities still remain in and outside the district town. The attractions include Chiang Saen National Museum (พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติเชียงแสน), Wat Phra That Chedi Luang (วัดพระธาตุเจดีย์หลวง) and Wat Pa Sak (วัดป่าสัก).
]


==Symbols==
'''Phu Chi Fa (ภูชี้ฟ้า):''' There is a trail which leads up to the viewing point on the top, a distance of 1.8 kilometres. From the sheer cliff of Phu Chi Fa, views, especially the sea of mist at sunrise can be seen. The cool climate produces flowering shrubs of various species.


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=== Activities ===


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The ] shows a ], the royal symbol, recalling that Chiang Rai was founded by King ], according to legend because his elephant liked the place.
The trekking area in Chiang Rai covers Amphoe Mueang, Amphoe Mae Suai, and the banks along the Mae Kok River.
'''Golf'''
There are plenty of golf courses around Chiang Rai province.


The ] is the tree jasmine ('']''), and the provincial flower is the orange trumpet ('']''). The ] (''Pangasianodon gigas'') is the provincial aquatic life.
'''Mountain Biking'''
Since Chiang Rai has scenic mountain landscape and fresh air, it is a nice place for mountain biking.


The former provincial slogan was "เหนือสุดในสยาม อร่ามดอยตุง ผดุงวัฒนธรรม รสล้ำข้าวสาร หอมหวานลิ้นจี่ สตรีโสภา ชาเลิศรส สัปปะรดนางแล", 'Northernmost of Siam, beautiful ], repository of culture, most delicious rice, sweet and fragrant ], beautiful women, the finest flavoured tea, pineapple from ], source of the ]".
'''Rafting'''
Because of the fine views available, the Kok River is very popular for rafting.


The current slogan is "เหนือสุดในสยาม ชายแดนสามแผ่นดิน ถิ่นวัฒนธรรมล้านนา ล้ำค่าพระธาตุดอยตุง", 'Northernmost of Siam, frontier of three lands, the home of ] culture and Doi Tung Temple'.
'''Elephants Riding'''
Elephants riding are possible through out at Chiang rai.


==Hospitals==
=== Local Products ===
* ], Private hospital.
* ], Public hospital.


== Tourism ==
Chiang Rai is rich in handicraft items such as hand-woven cotton materials, dresses and hilltribe silver ornaments, as well as wood-carving products. Certain food items are quite popular such as Naem and Mu Yo (preserved and fermented pork sausages). Agricultural products include lychee (April-May), pineapples, tea, and other products from the royal projects.
Chiang Rai is recognised for its diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, and historical significance. The city is frequently visited by those interested in exploring its temples, markets, museums, and natural surroundings.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The official website of Tourism Authority of Thailand |url=https://www.tourismthailand.org/Destinations/Provinces/Chiang-Rai/102 |access-date=2023-05-10 |website=www.tourismthailand.org |language=en}}</ref>{{Primary source inline|reason=Citation directs to the Tourism Authority of Thailand's website.|date=December 2024}}


One of the most popular attractions is the ].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Barnes |first=Jo |date=2022-12-16 |title=Top 10 Very Best Things to Do in Chiang Rai, Thailand |url=https://yourlifestylebusiness.com/things-to-do-in-chiang-rai/#Top_10_Very_Best_Things_to_Do_in_Chiang_Rai_TLDR |access-date=2023-05-10 |website=Your Lifestyle Business |language=en-US}}</ref> Another attraction is the ], which is the meeting point of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar and offers views of the Mekong River and the surrounding mountains. Other popular attractions in Chiang Rai include the ], ], the Hill Tribe Museum and Education Center, and the Khun Korn Waterfall.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Berger |first=Arthur Asa |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=WisiAwAAQBAJ&q=Chiang+Rai |title=Thailand Tourism |date=2014-03-18 |publisher=Routledge |isbn=978-1-317-82478-7 |language=en}}</ref>
=== Nightlife ===


Chiang Rai is also a popular base for exploring the surrounding areas, including the ] border town, the ] historical city, and the ] tea plantations.{{Citation needed|date=December 2024}}
The provincial town (amphoe muang) has a few live music pubs and discotheques. Aimed at foreign tourists, there is traditional music in the Night Bazaar. There are also plenty of beer bars, some with hostesses, around town.


== Local Culture== == Transport ==
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] bridge, Chiang Rai province (2009)]]


===Air===
The north of Thailand’s culture is Lanna in origin and the people are very proud of their northern roots. The region is home to distinctly different food, music, arts, way of life and even language. Chiang Rai is also a melting pot of hill tribes and their own unique cultures.
] has domestic flights to both Bangkok airports, which connect to regional and international flights.


=== Lifestyle === ===Boat===
There is daily boat service between Chiang Rai and ].


===Rail===
'''Khon Muang''' are the city folk who originally came from Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang and Phrae. Culturally, they design their houses having only one floor with wooden gable-decorations called Ka-Lae. They are known for their craftsmanship in wood carving, weaving, lacquerware and musical instruments.
There is no railway system in Chiang Rai. The nearest station is ].


===Road===
'''Tai Yai,''' Burmese in origin, harvest rice, farm, raise cattle and trade. Their craftsmanship lies in weaving, pottery, wood carving and bronzeware.
Chiang Rai province is intersected by ], which runs for over {{convert|13,000|km}} from ] in ] to ] in ], and by ], which runs for over {{convert|7,000|km|mi|abbr=on}} from ] in Myanmar to ] in Russia.


Decent bus services are available in the province. In more remote areas, ]s are the norm.
'''Akha''' have the largest population of any hill tribe in the region. Originating from Tibet and Southern China, they dwell on high grounds around 1,200 meters above sea-level. Within their villages they build a Spirit Gateway to protect them from evil spirits.


==Administrative divisions==
'''Lahu''' are also from the Yunnese area and live in high areas. They are known as hunters and planters.
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Karen live in various areas of the region which have valleys and riverbanks.


===Provincial government===
'''Chin Hor''', these are the former Kuomintang who took refuge in the area, mainly Doi Mae Salong
Hmong from southern China are located on high land. They raise livestock and grow rice, corn, tobacco and cabbage. They are also known for their embroidery and silver.


Chiang Rai is divided into 18 districts ('']s''). The districts are further divided into 124 sub-districts ('']s'') and 1,751 villages ('']s'').
'''Tai Lue''' live in dwellings of usually only a single room wooden house built on high poles. They are skilled in weaving.


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=== Events & Festivals ===
'''Wai Sa Phaya Mengrai or Phokhun Mengrai Maharat Festival (งานไหว้สาพญาเม็งราย หรือ งานพ่อขุนเม็งรายมหาราช)''' is held during 23 January – 1 February. The Buang Suang worshipping ceremony is to commemorate Phokhun Mengrai Maharat.


===Local government===
'''Dok Siao Ban or Blooming Siao Flower Festival at Phu Chi Fa (งานดอกเสี้ยวบานที่ภูชี้ฟ้า)''' is held during 13-15 February. There are sports competitions and cultural performances from hilltribes at Ban Rom Fa Thai in Amphoe Thoeng.
As of 26 November 2019 there are:<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dla.go.th/work/abt/province.jsp |title=Number of local government organizations by province |date=26 November 2019 |website=dla.go.th |publisher=Department of Local Administration (DLA) |access-date=10 December 2019 | quote=12 Chiang Rai: 1 PAO, 1 City mun., 72 Subdistrict mun., 70 SAO.}}</ref> one Chiang Rai Provincial Administration Organisation (''{{lang|th-Latn|ongkan borihan suan changwat}}'') and 73 municipal (''thesaban'') areas in the province. Chiang Rai has city ('']'') status. Further 72 subdistrict municipalities ('']''). The non-municipal areas are administered by 70 Subdistrict Administrative Organisations - SAO (''ongkan borihan suan tambon'').<ref name="TDD"/>


==Human achievement index 2022==
'''Songkran Festival and Boat Races of Mueang Chiang Saen (งานประเพณีสงกรานต์และแข่งเรือเมืองเชียงแสน)''' is held during 13-18 April of each year. In this festival, there is a parade, water bathing ceremony of the Phrachao Lanthong Buddha image, boat races and folk performances.
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'''Lichi Fair (งานเทศกาลลิ้นจี่และของดีเมืองเชียงราย)''' is held around the middle of May every year. There is a float competition, Lichi beauty contest and booths of many products at the provincial stadium of Chiang Rai.
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Buatong Ban or Blooming Mexican Sunflower Festival (งานเทศกาลดอกบัวตองบาน) is held in November, affording people the opportunity to see the sunflower fields, waterfalls and mist at Ban Hua Mae Kham, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang. There are also hilltribe performances.
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'''Chiang Rai Flower Festival (งานเทศกาลเชียงรายดอกไม้บาน)''' is held during the end of December to January every year. There are flower processions, flower gardens, Miss Thinn Thai Ngarm Contest and also the fair of agricultural products and the variety of flowers.
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Chiang Saen, Mae Chan, and Doi Mae Salong are three substantially different places. Chiang Saen’s culture has been influenced by its collection of Buddhist scriptures and temples. It was once the provincial capital. Mae Chan’s name lies in its silver and tribal handicrafts. Once officially unrecognized by the Thai government, Doi Mae Salong is a Chinese KMT (Kuomintang) area renowned for its natural beauty and unique Yunnanese culture.
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Besides the Chinese 93rd Infantry of the Kuomintang, several other ethnic minorities have settled down in the region including the Tai Yai, Tai Lue, Tai Khoen and Tai Yuan.
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*The area is known for its traditional Lanna music with instruments such as the sau (fiddle) and kaen (panpipe).
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*The north of Thailand has its own distinctive art and crafts including bronze casting, carving, mulberry paper, Buddha Images and sign painting.
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*Local handmade items popular with tourists are clay charcoal stoves, tea sets, brooms and dust-pans, and umbrellas for shade and decoration.
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=== Local Food ===
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The staple diet of local people consists of sticky rice (glutinous rice) which is rolled into balls and served in small hand-made bamboo containers. Typical dishes in the area are khan khanoon (spicy jackfruit curry), khaeng yuak (banana palm leaves), sai oo-a (pork sausages) and Yunnese and Burmese rice noodles.
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The popular Chiang Rai hospitals are:
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*Chiang Rai Regional Hospital
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*Kasaemrad Sriburin Hospital
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*Overbrooke Hospital
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== Retirement ==
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A lot of retirees make Chiang Rai their home due to the low cost of living.
| colspan="4"; style="background:black; color:white;"| Province Chiang Rai, with an HAI 2022 value of 0.6307 is "somewhat low", occupies place 52 in the ranking.
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==Gallery== ==Gallery==
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Image:Thailand_2006_09_panorama_doi_pu_chee_fa_range.jpg|Panorama of the Doi Phu Chi Fa mountain range and the border with ], Amphoe ]
File:Pu-Kang Water Fall.jpg|Pu Kaeng Waterfall, ]
File:Huai mak liam hot spring.jpg|Huai Mak Liam Hot Spring, ]
File:Thai art tunnel Chiang Rai.jpg|A road tunnel decorated with Thai style art
Elephants, Kok River, Chiang Rai, Thailand.jpg|Elephants, Kok River
Elephants, Kok River, Thailand.jpg|Kok River
Chiang Saen, Mekong River, Thailand.jpg|Chiang Saen, Mekong River
Chiang Saen, Sunset, Thailand.jpg|Chiang Saen
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Province of Thailand

Province
Chiang Rai เชียงรายᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ
Province
จังหวัดเชียงราย · ᨧᩢ᩠ᨦᩉ᩠ᩅᩢᨯᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ
Left to right, top to bottom: King Mangrai Intersection, Chiang Rai Clock Tower, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Doi Tung Royal Villa [th], Phu Chi Fa
Flag of Chiang RaiFlagOfficial seal of Chiang RaiSeal
Motto(s): "เหนือสุดในสยาม ชายแดนสามแผ่นดิน ถิ่นวัฒนธรรมล้านนา ล้ำค่าพระธาตุดอยตุง"
("Northernmost of Siam, Border of three nations, Home of Lan Na culture. The precious Wat Phra That Doi Tung.")
   Chiang Rai in    Thailand
Coordinates: 19°54′N 99°49′E / 19.900°N 99.817°E / 19.900; 99.817
CapitalChiang Rai
Government
 • GovernorCharin Thongsuk (since October 2024)
Area
 • Total11,503 km (4,441 sq mi)
 • RankRanked 12th
Population
 • Total1,298,304
 • RankRanked 15th
 • Density113/km (290/sq mi)
  • RankRanked 45th
Human Achievement Index
 • HAI (2022)0.6307 "low"
Ranked 52nd
GDP
 • Totalbaht 104 billion
(US$3.6 billion) (2019)
Time zoneUTC+7 (ICT)
Postal code57xxx
Calling code052 & 053
ISO 3166 codeTH-57
Vehicle registrationเชียงราย
Accession into Kingdom of Siam1910
Accession into Kingdom of Thailand1932
Websitewww.chiangrai.go.th
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Chiang Rai (Thai: เชียงราย, pronounced [tɕʰīaŋ rāːj]; Northern Thai: ᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ เจียงฮาย, pronounced [tɕīaŋ hāːj]) is one of Thailand's seventy-six provinces, which lies in upper northern Thailand and is Thailand's northernmost province. It is bordered by the Shan State of Myanmar to the north, Bokeo province of Laos to the east, Phayao to the south, Lampang to the southwest, and Chiang Mai to the west. The provinces is linked to Houayxay Laos by the Fourth Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge that spans the Mekong.

Chiang Rai province
"Chiang Rai" in Thai language (top) and
Northern Thai with Tai Tham script (bottom)
Thai name
Thaiเชียงราย
RTGSChiang Rai
Northern Thai name
Northern Thaiᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᩁᩣ᩠ᨿ

Geography

The average elevation of the province is 580 metres (1,903 ft). The north of the province is part of the so-called Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Burma converge, an area which prior to the rise of agricultural production of coffee, pineapple, coconuts, and banana plantations, was unsafe because of drug smuggling across the borders. The Mekong River forms the boundary with Laos, the Mae Sai and Ruak River with Burma. Through the town of Chiang Rai itself, flows the "Mae Kok" Kok River and south of it the Lao River, a tributary of the Kok.

While the eastern part of the province is characterized by relatively flat river plains, the northern and western part consists of the hilly terrain of the Thai highlands with the Khun Tan Range and the Phi Pan Nam Range in the west and the Daen Lao Range in the north. While not the highest elevation of the province, the 1,389-metre (4,557 ft) high Doi Tung (Flag Hill) is the most important terrain feature. Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong wat on top of the hill, according to the chronicles, dates back to the year 911. Nearby is Doi Tung Royal Villa, former residence of the late princess mother Somdej Phra Srinagarindra (mother of King Rama IX). Thanks to her activities the hills were reforested, and the hill tribes diverted from growing opium poppies to other crops including coffee, bananas, coconuts, and pineapples. The total forest area is 4,585 km (1,770 sq mi) or 39.9 percent of provincial area.

National parks

There are seven national parks, along with one other national park, make up region 15 of Thailand's protected areas.

History

Main article: Lan Na Kingdom

Chiang Rai was founded in 1262. Populations have dwelled in Chiang Rai since the 7th century and it became the center of the Lanna Kingdom during the 13th century. The region, rich in natural resources, was occupied by the Burmese until 1786.

Chiang Rai province's golden triangle bordering Laos and Burma was once the hub of opium production.

Chiang Rai became a province in 1910, after being part of the Lanna Kingdom for centuries. After Lanna was incorporated into Thailand, it remained an autonomous region and thus the Chiang Rai area was administered from Chiang Mai.

Chiang Rai province is a transit point for Rohingya refugees from Myanmar (Burma) who are transported there from Sangkhlaburi district in Kanchanaburi province.

In September 2014, there was a major flood in Chiang Rai province, affecting six districts. It was the most severe flood in 50 years.

Demographics

The majority of the population are ethnic Thai who speak Kham Muang among themselves, but 12.5% are of hill tribes origin, a sizeable minority in the north provinces. A smaller number are of Chinese descent, mainly descendants of the Kuomintang soldiers who settled in the region, notably in Santikhiri.

Ethnic groups

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Akha people

Khon Muang are the city folk who originally came from Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang, and Phrae. Culturally, they design their houses having only one floor with wooden gable decorations called "ka-lae". They are known for their craftsmanship in wood carving, weaving, lacquer ware, and musical instruments.

Tai Yai (ไทใหญ่) (Shan) are a Tai ethnic group who primarily live in what is now Shan State in Burma, and also in Mae Hong Son province in Thailand. They grow rice, farm, raise cattle, and trade. Their craftsmanship lies in weaving, pottery, wood carving, and bronze ware.

Akha have the largest population of any hill tribe in the region. Originating from Tibet and southern China, they dwell on high ground around 1,200 meters above sea level. Within their villages they build spirit gateways to protect them from evil spirits.

Lahu (Musor) are also from the Yunnanese area and live in high areas. They are known as hunters and planters. Karen live in various areas of the region which have valleys and riverbanks.

Chin Haw in Chiang Rai consist primarily of the former Kuomintang (KMT army) who took refuge in the area, mainly in Santikhiri (formerly Mae Salong).

Hmong from southern China, inhabit high ground. They raise livestock and grow rice, corn, tobacco, and cabbage. They are also known for their embroidery and silver.

Tai Lue (Dai) live in dwellings of usually only a single room wooden house built on high poles. They are skilled in weaving.

Lisu from southern China and Tibet are renowned for their colorful dress and also build their dwellings on high stilts. They harvest rice and corn and their men are skilled in hunting.

Yao (Mien) reside along mountain sides and grow corn and other crops. They are skilled blacksmiths, silversmiths, and embroiders.

Phu Chi Fa mountain range

Symbols

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Orange trumpet (left) and Tree Jasmine (right)

The seal of the province shows a white elephant, the royal symbol, recalling that Chiang Rai was founded by King Mengrai, according to legend because his elephant liked the place.

The provincial tree is the tree jasmine (Radermachera ignea), and the provincial flower is the orange trumpet (Pyrostegia venusta). The giant catfish (Pangasianodon gigas) is the provincial aquatic life.

The former provincial slogan was "เหนือสุดในสยาม อร่ามดอยตุง ผดุงวัฒนธรรม รสล้ำข้าวสาร หอมหวานลิ้นจี่ สตรีโสภา ชาเลิศรส สัปปะรดนางแล", 'Northernmost of Siam, beautiful Doi Tung, repository of culture, most delicious rice, sweet and fragrant lychee, beautiful women, the finest flavoured tea, pineapple from Nang Lae, source of the giant catfish".

The current slogan is "เหนือสุดในสยาม ชายแดนสามแผ่นดิน ถิ่นวัฒนธรรมล้านนา ล้ำค่าพระธาตุดอยตุง", 'Northernmost of Siam, frontier of three lands, the home of Lan Na culture and Doi Tung Temple'.

Hospitals

Tourism

Chiang Rai is recognised for its diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, and historical significance. The city is frequently visited by those interested in exploring its temples, markets, museums, and natural surroundings.

One of the most popular attractions is the Wat Rong Khun. Another attraction is the Golden Triangle, which is the meeting point of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar and offers views of the Mekong River and the surrounding mountains. Other popular attractions in Chiang Rai include the Doi Tung Royal Villa, Baan Dam Museum, the Hill Tribe Museum and Education Center, and the Khun Korn Waterfall.

Chiang Rai is also a popular base for exploring the surrounding areas, including the Mae Sai border town, the Chiang Saen historical city, and the Doi Mae Salong tea plantations.

Transport

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Construction of a reinforced concrete bridge, Chiang Rai province (2009)

Air

Chiang Rai International Airport has domestic flights to both Bangkok airports, which connect to regional and international flights.

Boat

There is daily boat service between Chiang Rai and Tha Ton.

Rail

There is no railway system in Chiang Rai. The nearest station is Chiang Mai Railway Station.

Road

Chiang Rai province is intersected by Asian Highway 2, which runs for over 13,000 kilometres (8,100 mi) from Denpasar in Indonesia to Kosravi in Iran, and by Asian Highway 3, which runs for over 7,000 km (4,300 mi) from Kentung in Myanmar to Ulan-Ude in Russia.

Decent bus services are available in the province. In more remote areas, songthaews are the norm.

Administrative divisions

Map of eighteen districts

Provincial government

Chiang Rai is divided into 18 districts (amphoes). The districts are further divided into 124 sub-districts (tambons) and 1,751 villages (mubans).

Local government

As of 26 November 2019 there are: one Chiang Rai Provincial Administration Organisation (ongkan borihan suan changwat) and 73 municipal (thesaban) areas in the province. Chiang Rai has city (thesaban nakhon) status. Further 72 subdistrict municipalities (thesaban tambon). The non-municipal areas are administered by 70 Subdistrict Administrative Organisations - SAO (ongkan borihan suan tambon).

Human achievement index 2022

Health Education Employment Income
61 71 53 19
Housing Family Transport Participation
42 37 45 20
Province Chiang Rai, with an HAI 2022 value of 0.6307 is "somewhat low", occupies place 52 in the ranking.

Since 2003, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Thailand has tracked progress on human development at sub-national level using the Human achievement index (HAI), a composite index covering all the eight key areas of human development. National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) has taken over this task since 2017.

Rank Classification
  1–13 "High"
14–29 "Somewhat high"
30–45 "Average"
46–61 "Somewhat low"
62–77 "Low"
Map with provinces and HAI 2022 rankings

Gallery

References

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External links

Places adjacent to Chiang Rai province
 Shan State,  Myanmar Bokeo province,  Laos
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Religion

Religion in Chiang Rai

  Buddhism (90.81%)  Christianity (8.82%)  Islam (0.27%)  Hinduism (0.04%)  Confucianism (0.02%)  Sikhism (0.1%)  Not Religious (0.2%)  Unknown (0.01%)  Other (0.01%) Categories: