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Mae Fa Luang

Chiang Rai, Thailand · Asia

About Mae Fa Luang

Mae Fa Luang is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Mae Chan, 21km from Doi Mae Salong.

Mae Fa Luang is a town located in Chiang Rai, Thailand. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Mae Fa Luang 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 Mae Fa Luang to your route.

About Mae Fa Luang

Mae Fa Luang (Thai: แม่ฟ้าหลวง, pronounced [mɛ̂ː fáː lǔa̯ŋ]) is a district (amphoe) in the northern part of Chiang Rai province, northern Thailand.

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Mae Fa Luang 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 Mae Fa Luang located?

Mae Fa Luang is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 20.2663 latitude, 99.7985 longitude.

What is the population of Mae Fa Luang?

Mae Fa Luang has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in Thailand.

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Quick Information

Population
0
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Chiang Rai
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
20.2663, 99.7985

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 Mae Fa Luang

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.

6 km · about 10 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.

21 km · about 25 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.

30 km · about 35 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.

38 km · about 45 min drive

cathedral

Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)

A contemporary, unconventional Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai known for its striking all-white exterior.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Mae Fa Luang

  • 21 kmDoi Mae SalongRidge-top former Kuomintang settlement in Chiang Rai province, reached by a winding tea-plantation road at 1,200 metres.
  • 73 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

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