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Chiang Khong

Chiang Rai, Thailand · Asia

About Chiang Khong

Chiang Khong sits on the route: 10 minutes from Ban Houakhoua, 49km from Phu Chi Fa.

Chiang Khong is a town located in Chiang Rai, Thailand. With a population of 14,505, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Chiang Khong sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chiang Khong to your route.

About Chiang Khong

Chiang Khong (Thai: เชียงของ, pronounced [tɕʰīaŋ kʰɔ̌ːŋ]; Northern Thai: ᨩ᩠ᨿᨦᨡᩬᨦ, pronounced [tɕīaŋ kʰɔ̌ːŋ]) is a district (amphoe) located in the northeastern part of Chiang Rai province, northern Thailand, with its seat being Wiang. The district borders six other districts in Chiang Rai province, with its north and

Read more northeast being bounded by the Mekong River, being connected to Laos on the other side by the Fourth Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge.

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Where is Chiang Khong located?

Chiang Khong is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 20.2613 latitude, 100.4046 longitude.

What is the population of Chiang Khong?

Chiang Khong has a population of approximately 14,505 people, making it a town in Thailand.

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Quick Information

Population
14,505
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Chiang Rai
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
20.2613, 100.4046

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Thailand

Police
191
Ambulance
1669
Fire
199
Driving side
left

Tourist police (English): 1155.

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Worth the detour from Chiang Khong

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Phu Chi Fa

A dramatic mountain peak in Chiang Rai province offering one of Thailand's most spectacular sunrise views above a sea of clouds.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Chiang Khong

  • 49 kmPhu Chi FaA dramatic mountain peak in Chiang Rai province offering one of Thailand's most spectacular sunrise views above a sea of clouds.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Chiang Khong.

Ban Houayxay

🇱🇦 Laos

2 km awayPop. 12,500

Ban Houakhoua

🇱🇦 Laos

5 km awayPop. 15,500

Wiang Kaen

🇹🇭 Thailand

20 km away

Ban Simuangngam

🇱🇦 Laos

25 km awayPop. 2,428

Donethat

🇱🇦 Laos

25 km awayPop. 1,743

Homyen

🇱🇦 Laos

28 km awayPop. 1,250

Chiang Saen

🇹🇭 Thailand

33 km awayPop. 10,807

Ban Khoan

🇱🇦 Laos

34 km awayPop. 65,348

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