[2025 Chiang Khong Attraction] Travel Guide for The Old Town Chiangkhong (Updated Jul)

Wat Phra Kaew is a temple located in the heart of Chiang Khong, between the main road of Chiang Khong and the Mekong River, which is the Thai-Laos border. At the back of the temple, you can see a beautiful view of the Mekong River, as well as the view of the neighboring country, Huay Xai, Laos. Currently, the two friendly countries are connected by the 4th Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge (Chiang Khong-Huay Xai), another inscription of the relationship. Inside Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Khong, there are many ancient Buddha images, especially the Buddha images carved from the stones in the Mekong River, which are very beautiful. Wat Phra Kaew is one of the oldest temples in the Lanna region. There is a pagoda as important evidence, which contains the hair of the Lord Buddha. Mr. Songphon Kesupha, a former village headman, told the legend of the pagoda that Wat Phra Kaew was once a place where the Lord Buddha visited and gave 2 strands of hair to represent the Lord Buddha. Currently enshrined in two pagodas in Chiang Khong, Wat Chai Sathan and Wat Phra Kaew 🏛️192 1020, Sathan, Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai 57140 #Worship #OldTemple #NortheastTeam

A new landmark of faith in Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province is the sculpture area of ​​the Naga Pillar along the Mekong River, the first Thai-Lao in the North. Those who believe will come to ask for blessings from Grandfather Sri Sutho and Grandmother Sri Pathumma, the Naga King, the ruler of the Mekong River, at the sculpture area of ​​the Naga Pillar along the Mekong River, located in front of Wat Sop Som. This sculpture is a place for people in the community to relax and unwind. #NortheasternTeam

Buck Pier, Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province is an important landmark of Chiang Khong District. It is important for water transportation of goods to Laos, which is separated by the Mekong River. In the past, there was no bridge for vehicles to cross the border, so transportation and travel were required only by boat. Currently, the landscape has been improved to be beautiful and is a place for relaxation. #NortheasternTeam

Riverside restaurant, Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province is a restaurant section of the Baan Rim Nam Hotel, located on the banks of the Mekong River. The atmosphere in front of the hotel allows a clear view of the Laos side. In addition, in front of the hotel is a road that people can use for various activities such as cycling (the hotel provides free bicycles for rent). Most of the food on the menu is fish, which is fresh and delicious. The price is friendly. The owner of the hotel is kind. #NortheasternTeam

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One of the important landmarks of Chiang Khong District is the Mekong River Road, surrounded by famous restaurants and hotels. You can rent a bicycle to ride along the Mekong River. The rental fee is around 100-150 baht per day. Some hotels provide free bicycles. It is a route with beautiful scenery and is pleasing to the eye. In the evening, many people come to do activities. #NortheasternTeam

Let's visit Chiang Khong! #WinterVisitNorth The view of Chiang Khong in winter is the peak of the peak for a small, peaceful town in Chiang Rai, which borders the Mekong River and Laos. Therefore, the highlight of this place is the sunrise along the Mekong River, which is incredibly beautiful to take pictures of. Chiang Khong is another place that we have visited and enjoyed the beauty of nature, simplicity, and ease of travel. There are also cultural attractions, such as the Lue Lai Kham Museum, which is about weaving, Wat Phra Kaew, Sang Wa Coffee Shop with a view of green rice fields, a walking street where you can find almost all kinds of northern local food, or you can take a boat at the Bak Pier to visit Laos for a day trip. #VisitChiangKhong #VisitChiangRai #WinterVisitNorth