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Chiang Saen

Chiang Rai, Thailand · Asia

About Chiang Saen

Chiang Saen is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Homyen, 49km from Doi Mae Salong.

Chiang Saen is a town located in Chiang Rai, Thailand. With a population of 10,807, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Chiang Saen 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 Saen to your route.

About Chiang Saen

Chiang Saen (Thai: เชียงแสน) is an old city in Northern Thailand. Chiang Saen is the capital of the Chiang Saen district, which lies in the north of the Chiang Rai province.

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What are the best things to do in Chiang Saen?

Chiang Saen offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Chiang Saen located?

Chiang Saen is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 20.2751 latitude, 100.0869 longitude.

What is the population of Chiang Saen?

Chiang Saen has a population of approximately 10,807 people, making it a town in Thailand.

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Quick Information

Population
10,807
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Chiang Rai
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
20.2751, 100.0869

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 Saen

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Doi Tung Royal Villa

A former royal residence of the Princess Mother in the mountains of Chiang Rai, surrounded by beautiful botanical gardens and a Mae Fah Luang Garden.

29 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Baan Dam (Black House Museum)

A mysterious collection of dark-timbered buildings filled with animal bones, skins, and hunting trophies by artist Thawan Duchanee.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple)

A striking modern temple drenched in vivid sapphire blue with intricate gold details and a luminous white Buddha inside.

44 km · about 50 min drive

mountain pass

Doi Mae Salong

Ridge-top former Kuomintang settlement in Chiang Rai province, reached by a winding tea-plantation road at 1,200 metres.

49 km · about 55 min 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.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Chiang Saen

  • 49 kmDoi Mae SalongRidge-top former Kuomintang settlement in Chiang Rai province, reached by a winding tea-plantation road at 1,200 metres.
  • 55 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 Saen.

Homyen

🇱🇦 Laos

6 km awayPop. 1,250

Donethat

🇱🇦 Laos

8 km awayPop. 1,743

Ban Khoan

🇱🇦 Laos

8 km awayPop. 65,348

Ban Simuangngam

🇱🇦 Laos

9 km awayPop. 2,428

Doi Luang

🇹🇭 Thailand

18 km away

Mae Sai

🇹🇭 Thailand

28 km awayPop. 27,520

Mae Chan

🇹🇭 Thailand

28 km awayPop. 37,672

Tachilek

🇲🇲 Myanmar

29 km awayPop. 51,553

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