Ho Watanatham Nithat
Next to Wat Si Koam Kam is Ho Watanatham Nithat
. The indigenous museum deals with the history
and ancient relics of Phayao, including native
culture and traditions and creativity. Open
Wednesday-Sunday from nine in the morning to
four in the afternoon.
Kwan Phayao
An extensively fresh-water lake, Kwan Phayao
is the largest fresh-water fish habitat in the
upper North which provides the livelihood of
many of the local people. The surrounding scenery,
particularly at dusk, is stunning. Along the
banks are located food-shops and recreation
sites.
Nam Tok Champa Thong
Nam Tok Champa Thong is a beautiful and tall
waterfall amid natural surroundings. It can
be reached by taking the Phayao - Chiang Rai
route. After reaching Km. 7, take a turn and
proceed on for a further 16 kilometres.
Phayao Fresh-water
Fishery Station
The Phayao Fresh-water Fishery Station, on Highway
No. 1 in town, is the first facility in the
world to successfully breed Pla Buk, the giant
catfish. There is an aquarium displaying many
species of fish and waterplants. Open during
official working hours.
Pho Khun Ngam Muang
Memorial
The Pho Khun Ngam Muang Memorial , located in
the public park on the bank of Kwan Phayao,
commemorates a former king of Phayao, or Phu
Kam Yao, who was in power some 700 years ago.
During his reign, the state prospered and expanded
its territory. As a close ally of King Mengrai,
the ruler of Chiang Rai, and King Ramkhamhaeng
of Phayao, they formed an alliance of harmony,
loyalty and non-aggression.
Wat Analyo
About 7 kilometres north of town on Highway
No.1 and further 9 kilometres after a left turn
is a hilltop temple, Wat Analyo . Covering an
extensive area, cool and shady under leafy canopies
of large trees it features building and sculptures
of religion-based characters by contemporary
craftsmen of great skill. From here an expansive
view of Kwan Phayao, the fields and the town
is visible.
Wat Phra That Chomthong
Wat Phra That Chomthong , just opposite Wat
Si Khom Kham, can be reached by the 1.5-kilometre-long
uphill road. Surrounded by an arboretum, the
temple offers a panoramic view of the town and
the lake.
Wat Si Khom Kham
Wat Si Khom Kham is a temple located on the
bank of Kwan Phayao. It houses the largest Buddha
statue of Lanna Thai, Phra Chao Ton Luang, a
sitting Buddha with a lap width of 14 meters
and height of 16 meters. It is said that it
took no less than 33 years to complete it. Celebrations
are held every May.
Wat Si Umong Kham
The Chiang Saen-style Chedi at Wat Si Umong
Kham is still in good condition. The Lanna-style
Buddha statue, Phra Chao Lan Tu , is regarded
as the most beautiful anywhere.
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