Introduction

Chiang Rai is the most northern province of Thailand. The mighty Mekong River creates a border in the north to both Laos and Myanmar (Burma). The place where all these countries touch is the famous-infamous Golden Triangle. The terrain of Chiang Rai province is mountainous and covered in large parts with tropical rain forests. The scenery is among the most beautiful of Thailand and one of the best things about Chiang Rai province is its rich cultural diversity - lots of different ethnic communities - various hill tribes. The province offers opportunities for boat tours, elephant rides, hill trekking, and sightseeing.

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