Top Chiang Rai Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Explore one of Thailand's most uplifting royal legacies on this half-day private tour to Doi Tung. Journey begins with visit to Doi Tung Development Project, initiated by Her Royal Highness the Princess Mother transforming deforested hills into model of sustainable living. At its heart lies Royal Villa, inspired by Swiss architecture and built as Princess Mother's mountain retreat. She was personally involved in development concept, inspired by her Lausanne residence. Guided visit through rooms gives impression of simple lifestyle. Continue to Wat Phra That Doi Tung, sacred temple at summit of Chiang Rai's highest mountain around 2000 meters above sea level. Twin Lanna-style stupas crown this peaceful site, believed to enshrine Buddha relic. On clear days, views reach Laos and Myanmar. Before returning, explore hill tribe villages where around 20 different tribes live along Myanmar border, encountering rich cultures and traditional ways of life.

Get ready for an amazing tour starts with your tour guide picking you up from your place of residence to give you a comfortable ride to the temples. The White Temple and the Black House in Chiang Rai are two totally different buildings. The first, in the south , and looks like out of a fairy tale. Wat Rong Khun: The White Temple is like a mirror, the temple is reflected in a pond . The temple's white color symbolizes Buddha's purity; its glittering mirrors signifies the teachings of the Buddha to reflect kindness on to others. The Black House in the north , is the headquarters of the devil himself. The Black House, or “Baan Dam” in Thai, is one of the strangest and most interesting landmarks in Northern Thailand. There's nothing else like it, making it a true must see for anyone on a tour of Chiang Rai. Often referred to as the “Black Temple”, this building is not really a temple at all Is Black Temple a raid?Black Temple Raid