Phayao Province:
Phayao Province, with its captivating
array of mountains, serene valleys and pristine natural beauty, is a
fascinating tourist destination. This place is famous for hand-made cotton and
baskets woven using water hyacinth. The fascinating cultural heritage and religious sites of this region
enthrall the tourists
Ninety kilometers south of Chiang Rai, Phayao offers an excellent base
for exploring an area dotted with national parks that have been almost
completely neglected by western tourists. Phayao lake is a picturesque spot in
the mornings and at sunset. The cultural center gives an excellent insight into
local life, both past and present. The
important tourist destinations include the Burmese-style temple known as Wat
Nantaram and Wat Phra That Sop Waen temple. More...
Phayao Demographic Data
| Capital: |
Phayao town |
| Area: |
6,335.1 km²
Ranked 35th |
| Inhabitants: |
502,780 (2000)
Ranked 46th |
| Pop. density: |
79 inh./km²
Ranked 52nd |
| ISO 3166-2: |
TH-56 |
| Governor: |
Thanasek Atsawanuwat
(since November 2006) |
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Phayao Tourist Attractions:
- The Pho Khun Ngam Mueang Memorial
- Kwan Phayao ( An extensively fresh water lake )
- Wat Si Khom Kham
- Ho Watanatham Nithat
- Phayao Fresh Water Fishery Station and Kwan Phayao Pavillion
- Wat Analyo
- Namtok Champa Thong Waterfall
- Doi Phu Nang National Park
- Chiang Kham
- Phu Sang Waterfall
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