Sights To See

Date: Thursday 9th February 2012

Golden Triangle Lookout

Temples

Wat Phra That Doi Pu Khao

Wat Phra That Doi Pu Khao entrance is opposite  the Sop Ruak market, on the hill above the Golden Triangle tourist centre, and offers a panoramic view up the Mekong (above image). To the  left is Myanmar and Laos is on the right. The vihan and crumbled chedis are the only visible remains of this ancient temple complex. More Wat Phra That Doi Pu Khao information…

Long-Tailed Boat Trips

Leaving Sob Ruak boat ramps at your convenience, long-tailed boats deliver a thrilling ride up the Mekong to the resorts and casinos, and back river down to the markets on the Laos-controlled Don Sao Island...

Wat Phra That Doi Pu Khao

Wat Phra That Doi Pu Khao, located on a hilltop above the Golden Triangle tourist area, is thought to have been constructed in the mid 8th century. The lookout point offers panoramic views up the Mekong. » more info...

Nearest Towns

North: Mae Sai (35 kms)
South: Chiang-Saen (6 kms)
East: Laos
West: Chiang-Rai.biz (72 kms)

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