Chiang Rai is located in northern Thailand, specifically in the mountainous region of the same name, and is home to some indigenous Thai tribes, and has many impressive archaeological, religious and natural attractions, making it one of the best tourist destinations in the Asian continent, and everyone who visits it Learn about true Thai culture. Founded in 1262 as the capital of the Mingrai Dynasty, the city still retains a strong Lanna kingdom identity today, mostly reflected through its impressive array of Buddhist temples, creative arts, local languages, traditional cuisine, and folk music.