Wat Phra Kaew, Chiang Rai
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Facts and practical information
Wat Phra Kaew is a third-common-class royal temple situated in the area of 10,640 square metres on Trairat road, Wiang sub-district, Muang Chiang Rai in Chiang Rai City, Thailand. The King of Thailand upgraded the temple to the royal temple on May 31, 1978. The temple gains historical importance as the place where the Emerald Buddha was found. It is also one of the main centres of Buddhist education and the Sangha's administration in northern Thailand. ()
Address
19 Moo 1, Tambol Wiang, Ampur Muang, Chiang Rai 57000 ThailandChiang Rai
Contact
+66 53 711 385
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Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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- Calculate routeChiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 18 min walk
Day trips
Wat Phra Kaew – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Darunaman Mosque, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong, The Navel City Pillar of Chiang Rai.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Wat Phra Kaew?
Nearby attractions include Chiang Saen National Museum, Chiang Rai (6 min walk), Wat Phra Sing, Chiang Rai (6 min walk), Darunaman Mosque, Chiang Rai (8 min walk), The Navel City Pillar of Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai (10 min walk).
How to get to Wat Phra Kaew by public transport?
The nearest stations to Wat Phra Kaew:
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- Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 (18 min walk)
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