A few facts about Chiang Rai
- With about 79,000 inhabitants, Chiang Rai is one of the 50 largest places in Thailand.
- Chiang Rai is also the centre of the region that shares its name.
- It's about 688 km to Bangkok, the country's largest city.
- Towns nearby: Mae Chan (27 km), Pa Daet (48 km) and Chiang Saen (49 km).