Doi Luang
Doi Luang recently became a national park, covering a total area of 1 1 70 square kilometres of Phayao, Chiang Rai and Lampang provinces. Its head office is located at Poo Kaeng Waterfall, Chiang Rai Province.
How to get there - Where to visit
Jam Pa Thong Waterfall, a must see, is located on km 7 of the Sai Phayao-Chiang Rai Road. Nearby, a pristine multi-leveled waterfall resembling an elephant's tusk is aptly named "Jam Pa Tad Hua Chang Palace" - literally, "the legendary Jam Pa cuts the head off an elephant". The sculptural Pah Kret Nak Waterfall is located at Tom Village on the Phayao-Wang Neu route. Visitors must walk to the waterfall itself. Its natural beauty comes from the rocks mottled with a fish scale pattern which shine under bright sunlight. Follow the Phayao - Wang Nue District Road for another 25 kilometres to the spectacular Wang Kaew Waterfall.
Where to stay - Where to eat
Luxurious hotels can be found in town or on the super highway, while mid-range accommodation is available on Phaholyothin Road, Don Sanam Road and Ratch Sampan Road. Restaurants in this area which come highly recommended are Chay Kwan Restaurant and Saeng Chan Restaurant on Chay Kwan Road. Also not to be missed are Wang Thong Restaurant on Phaholyothin road, and An Charoen noodle shop located behind the Phayao Municipal Market. For local food, try out Sri Samran Restaurant in Dok Kam Tai District, Yao Restaurant at the Phayao Bus Terminal, or Eung Nue Restaurant next to the Phayao Hospital.
Where to visit
Kwan Phayao, the most important inland fishery of the upper northern region, is a fish breeding centre specialising in Nil fish. Nearby, historical Phra Sri Na Karin Tra Borom Raj Chon Na Nee Palace, the palace of the King's mother, is one of Phayao's most sacred sites. Inside, winter flowers grow around a beautiful fountain. Scenic Wat Phra That Jornthong is located about three kilometres out of town.
Souvenirs
Thai Lue cloth, pottery and "Sira Wang Thong" ceramics are popular crafts in this area and can be found in small shops and open markets throughout Phayao.
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