Kwan Phayao, (Phayao Lake)
Prior to the dam's construction the area was filled by a number of smaller lakes and swamps, with their levels changing seasonally with the rains. Today Phayao Lake is…
Wat Pra Put Tha Baht Pu Pha Dang
Wat chaloem Phra Kiat, located on the big mountain in Amphoe Chae Hom, Lampang, are in the area of non-hunting Mountain King. On top of this footprint is enshrined.…
Wang Kaeo Waterfall
It's quite a long trip, but the multiple-level limestone falls are lovely and the setting is relaxing and peaceful, making it a good place to bring a packed lunch.…
Bhumi Lakhon Museum
It’s the large white building on the corner of Thakrao Noi and Chatchai Roads though, and we certainly recommend a look. A rather dull exhibition downstairs showcases what look like…
Wat Chedi Sao Lang
They're a mix of Burmese and Lanna styles and there is a small temple on site as well with a Chiang Saen-style Buddha image. A sign says "one can assume…
Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
Set atop a small hill around 20km from Lampang town, it dates back to 1486 and is believed to be one of the oldest wooden buildings in Thailand. The…
Ku Chang Ku Ma
The front one is Ku Chang which marks the burial site of Queen Chama Thewi's war elephant called Phu Kam Ngu Khiaw which means dark skinned elephant that is mighty…
Hariphunchai National Museum
Reflecting more Lamphun’s historical significance than the town’s current size and influence, it’s rather good as far as provincial museums go. The display is split into three sections, with a…
Wat Mahawan
The Phra Sila Dam is believed to have been brought to Lamphun by Queen Chama Thewi and it has been used as a base for a popular line of votive…
Wat Chama Thewi (Wat Kukut)
It's said that one of the weathered yet striking Mon-style chedis adorned with standing Buddha images contains the ashes of the great queen herself, and the chedis found here are…