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Wiang Chai

Chiang Rai, Thailand · Asia

About Wiang Chai

Wiang Chai is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Chiang Rai, 45km from Doi Mae Salong.

Wiang Chai is a town located in Chiang Rai, Thailand. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Wiang Chai 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 Wiang Chai to your route.

About Wiang Chai

Wiang Chai Subdistrict (Thai: เวียงชัย) is a village and tambon (subdistrict) of Wiang Chai District, in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. In 2005 it had a population of 11,117 people. The tambon contains 20 villages.

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Wiang Chai 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 Wiang Chai located?

Wiang Chai is located in Chiang Rai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 19.8836 latitude, 99.9331 longitude.

What is the population of Wiang Chai?

Wiang Chai 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
19.8836, 99.9331

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 Wiang Chai

6 notable places within an hour's 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.

8 km · about 15 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.

15 km · about 30 min drive

cathedral

Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)

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

19 km · about 20 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.

41 km · about 45 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.

45 km · about 50 min 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.

50 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Wiang Chai

  • 41 kmPhu Chi FaA dramatic mountain peak in Chiang Rai province offering one of Thailand's most spectacular sunrise views above a sea of clouds.
  • 45 kmDoi Mae SalongRidge-top former Kuomintang settlement in Chiang Rai province, reached by a winding tea-plantation road at 1,200 metres.

When to drive here

Year-round

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

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Wiang Chai.

Chiang Rai

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Mae Chan

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Doi Luang

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31 km away

Khun Tan

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34 km away

Thoeng

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35 km away

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