Chiang Rai in the rainy season... with two wheels.

This trip was booked with a 0 baht cross-year ticket, as usual. No matter how long it takes, I will wait. Hehe. But the month I booked happened to be the rainy season, so I had to keep my fingers crossed that it would happen. (It was tiring to finalize the travel plan because it rained a lot this year. Before I came, there were floods and many roads were cut off.)

Cheap tickets usually mean early flights. 55

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This trip, there were only two of us, so we chose to travel by rented motorcycle as usual, because it is economical and convenient (but it is a bit risky with the rain, we'll see).

At the airport, you can call in advance to rent a motorbike from the Bikee shop (pick-up and drop-off fee 100 baht/trip, rental fee 300 baht/day, return the motorbike before 6:00 PM. !!! This is the problem because our return flight is at 9:45 PM, so we have to find another shop instead.)

From Chiang Rai Airport, there is no public transportation into the city. You must use a taxi at the airport, which has a fixed price of 200-300 baht. Wow, that's very expensive!

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To save money, walk out and hail a Grab taxi. The fare is 160 baht to the motorbike rental shop near the clock tower. We used a promotion to get a 100 baht discount, so we only had to pay 60 baht. Yay!

Upon arriving at the shop, I selected my preferred vehicle, signed the contract, chose a helmet, and paid a 3,000 baht deposit. It was quite expensive, so anyone planning to rent should budget for this expense.

An army marches on its stomach. Let's grab some food first.

Delicious! The money spent was well worth it. ^_^

This trip, I didn't go far. I planned to explore around the city, so I drove back towards the airport and arrived at "Khua Silapa".

The Heroes statue is on display in front (but it is a printed image, the real image was moved to Wat Rong Khun on August 17, 2018, two days before our trip. No, we will take you to see the real thing tomorrow).

At the Art Bridge, admission is free. It is a venue for showcasing the works of artists and promoting arts and culture.

Be careful when walking, each piece is very valuable.

Upon reaching the second floor, we encountered the revered figures of Pu Man and Ya Man, deities of the household. Astonishingly, we had arrived in Nan Province without realizing it.

After enjoying the scenery, there is a cozy coffee shop where you can relax.

We then proceeded to Wat Rong Suea Ten.

The sky is overcast and gloomy, with occasional light rain showers.

The interior is stunning, featuring a magnificent blue color scheme.

Next to the temple, there are pineapples from Phu Lae for sale. They are delicious and very crispy. (Be careful when choosing a shop. Some shops sell small bags for 60 baht.)

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Large bags for many people, small bags for few. This fruit is a favorite among the Chinese and cannot be missed.

If you come to this temple, you should not miss this place. It is only 200 meters away. Stop by and see if it is really ordinary.

Although crowded, there are still small corners reserved for us. ♥

As I sat by the river, enjoying the view and feeling drowsy, I decided it was time to head to my accommodation. I had booked it through Agoda, and after applying a dtac discount code and taking advantage of a promotional time slot, I ended up paying only 447.46 baht, including breakfast. What a steal!

Our accommodation and restaurant are closed on Sundays.

The room was very clean. The bed and room did not smell (I'm so sick of this, lol). There was a common area where you could sit and eat.

Turn on the air conditioner to cool down and take a nap. ZZZzzz

I woke up at almost 4 pm.

Rush to Rai Chern Tawan as it closes at 5:00 PM.

From the accommodation, it is 24 km away. The road is convenient and clear, making it easy to find.

Arriving at almost 4:30 PM, with 30 minutes remaining. Will I make it?

Upon arrival, the place was remarkably quiet, suggesting that everyone had already returned. Let's quickly go in and take a look.

Lantern Tunnel

The interior is very shady.

Unfortunately, we were unable to explore the entire area due to time constraints. As it approached 5 pm, we decided to leave to avoid inconveniencing the staff and to respect the regulations.

Before leaving, let's take the spell back home. We will be back again.

On the way back, we stopped by the White Temple, which was also closed. However, we intentionally came at this time so that we could take pictures without any people in them.

Next, we drove to try the famous mobile lotus seed dumplings. They say it's delicious, so delicious that it was offered to the king 15 times in 10 years. Let's go try it.

The shop is open from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It is located at the entrance of Chiang Rai Night Bazaar. It is easy to find.

Priced at 20-25 baht, these delicious, not-too-sweet bualoy feature a rich, fragrant, and chewy coconut milk. Those who arrive early will receive a coconut shell cup. Due to the lack of seating, these treats are known as "mobile bualoy."

They then took a stroll along the Walking Street, a pedestrian-only zone open on Sundays.

This is a great one. I never miss it when I see it.

After walking for a while, we decided to grab something to eat and then head back, as the area wasn't particularly appealing for strolling. It resembled a local flea market, with stalls selling mostly clothes, shoes, bags, and phone cases. The atmosphere lacked the distinct charm of northern Thailand, which was a bit disappointing.

Longan is cheap today. The price is 20 baht per kilogram. Let's buy some!

After arriving at the accommodation, we went to sleep. Waking up in the morning, we rode our bikes to Boon Rawd Farm, wondering how beautiful it would be in the early morning.

Free entry, but there will be a path to go and no trespassing.

The morning air is exceptionally pleasant.

The area offers dedicated and safe spaces for running and cycling.

The restaurant is not yet open, so enjoy the view instead.

Enviable jogging and cycling paths here.

After leaving Boon Rawd Farm, we stopped by Wat Rong Khun for a short visit. The temple happened to be open at that time.

Interestingly, during this trip, we encountered no Chinese tourists during our evening and morning visits. Instead, we primarily observed Western tourists. This observation raises the question of whether Chinese tourists tend to visit during the midday hours.

Visit the real Ja Sam sculpture and The Hero painting at the steel factory behind Wat Rong Khun.

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Numerous artists volunteered their time and skills to contribute to the project, refusing both compensation and donations.

There are many details.

Don't take credit for something you didn't do. As the professor said, "Well said!"

The back features a stunning image of the real-life Heroes, showcasing incredible depth and artistry. A huge shoutout to all the artists involved – truly amazing work!

Our protagonist is very handsome.

And back to the accommodation, have breakfast together.

Shower, check out, goodbye The Garage. Everything is complete, full quality, clean accommodation, delicious food, good service, accommodation on the road, safe, at a very friendly price. ♥

Heading to Choui Fong Tea Plantation, we made a stop at Tung Kiang Doi, a restaurant and beverage shop located in a rice paddy field.

Before you go, check the page for information. Some months they are closed on Mondays, and some months they are closed on Wednesdays. You don't want to go for nothing.

We arrived at 11:30 AM. The crowd was still small, possibly due to it being a Monday.

The view is stunning, and the weather is pleasant.

The main food is ten, the atmosphere is a thousand or ten thousand… Worth it, fun, sitting and going, it starts to get full, students, teenagers come in large numbers.

The shop provides colorful umbrellas for sun protection. Feel free to use them for taking photos.

As we sat and enjoyed the view, I heard the voice of the person next to me say, "Hey, I noticed that we're the oldest people here."

So what? "Are you too old to love?" Aruna once said.

Next stop is Choui Fong Tea Plantation. I'm craving some green tea.

Upon parking, we managed to take 1-2 photos before the rain started pouring. Fortunately, we had already arrived.

And bought green tea to take home to brew myself. Let me tell you, it's delicious. It's fragrant and can be brewed hot or cold.

We drove to get a green tea smoothie and then headed back. On the way back, we stopped by Ban Doi Din Daeng.

Ban Doi Din Daeng is located in Ban Pa Ao, Nang Lae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province. It is a pottery production factory and a showroom for handmade pottery products. It was founded by Ajarn Somlak Panthibun, an internationally renowned ceramic artist.

Free Admission: Explore All Rooms and Interact with Craftsmen

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The interior was remarkably quiet, devoid of any tourists. Upon inquiring, we learned that locals from Chiang Rai rarely visit the site. The majority of visitors are tourists and people from Bangkok who come to sightsee.

The clay used for molding must come from Mae Rim.

After testing many locations, the soil here is confirmed to be of excellent quality, producing beautiful and aesthetically pleasing molded products.

The display features a wide variety of uniquely shaped and aesthetically pleasing pottery.

The entire trip, we enjoyed this place the most. We could walk for hours and never get bored.

Great! I'll create an album on my private Facebook page to share the full review, as it's getting quite long.

A short distance from Doi Din Dang village, approximately 1-2 kilometers away, lies a Karen Long Neck village. Consider visiting this nearby attraction.

We arrived at almost 5 pm (again). Initially, we planned to walk straight in, fearing it would be closed.

"Excuse me, officer. Are you calling us to visit? The entrance fee is 200 baht. Looking at my foreign boyfriend, the officer said 300 baht. Huh!!! 200 baht? What's inside?"

The officer picked up a brochure and looked at it. "Wow, there are a lot of them, 5 villages. But I don't have enough time." He stepped back. "What should I do? There's not much time left. I'll come back later." In the end, he didn't go in. T_T

Leaving the Karen Long Neck Village, we need to send the car back before 7pm. We still have some time, so it's better to go to Wat Huay Pla Kang.

Last time, I visited the temple but missed seeing the Goddess of Mercy because I arrived late. This time, I won't miss it. I'm hopping on the tram and heading there now.

The view from above is stunning, and the air is pleasantly cool.

May our good deeds bring us good fortune and allow us to return here again. Amen.

Enjoying the cool breeze ....... It's starting to rain again. Let's go send the car.

Drove the car around 6 am, walked for 5 minutes, and had another round of Aunt Ouan's lotus seed dessert. Then walked to the clock tower.

The rain was pouring heavily, but luckily we arrived at the restaurant by the clock tower just in time.

The long-awaited moment has arrived. Every day at 19:00, 20:00, and 21:00, a dazzling display of lights, colors, and sounds will illuminate the night sky for approximately 10 minutes.

Pad thai was not ordered, but I ordered another bowl of nam ngiao. I ate it to satisfy my craving for northern Thai food. Let me tell you, the view is good, the price is cheap, and it's delicious. You have to try it!

After a satisfying meal, they hailed a Grab to the airport and returned safely to Bangkok.

The cost for two people, excluding food, donations, and souvenirs, was only a little over a thousand baht. This is not expensive at all considering what you get in return.

Fully charged battery, ready to tackle the next 2 days and 1 night. Packed with sightseeing, delicious food, and all at an affordable price. Let's go out and explore Thailand! Why pay more when you can travel domestically?