Wat Hua Wiang
Date: Wednesday 22nd February 2012
Wat Hua Wiang is located at the northern end of Chiang Khong, just before the turn onto Route 1129.
The ubosot is a little run-down, but the bell-tower (Ho Rakhang) is a delight!
Giant Mekong Catfish
The Giant Mekong Catfish is a critically endangered species. Chiang Khong has a Giant Catfish museum, and a festival in their honour occurs around April 18 each year (Songkran / Thai New Year). » Read more... Mekong Boat Trips
Chiang Khong is a popular tourist gateway in to Laos, especially to the World Heritage centre of Luang Prabang. Take the slow boat to Luang Prabang, two days on the mighty Mekong River. » Read more... Nearest Town: Chiang Saen
North: Chiang-Saen (85 kms)South: Phayao (120 kms)
East: Houei Xai, Laos (1 km)
West: Chiang Rai (125 kms)