Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is a regional capital in Thailand with a population of about 78,756.
ThailandTown🏆 #73 most populated in Thailand🕐 Asia/Bangkok
Chiang Rai is the northernmost major city in Thailand, with a population of approximately 70,000 people. It is located in Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai Province. Chiang Rai was established as a capital during the reign of King Mangrai, in 1262 CE. Chiang Rai is recognized as a "Design City" by UNESCO's Creative Cities Network.
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About Chiang Rai
| Country | Thailand |
| Continent | Asia |
| Explore | 03 |
| Population | 78,756 |
| Local currency | THB |
| Coordinates | 19.9086, 99.8325 |
| Time zone | Asia/Bangkok |
🧭 Facts & curiosities
| Settlement type | Town |
| Distance to the capital | 688 km · Bangkok |
| Population (Thailand) | #73 most populated in Thailand |
| Where on Earth | 19°54′31″N · 99°49′57″E |
| Hemisphere | N · E |
| Distance to the equator | 2,216 km |
| Distance to the North Pole | 7,803 km |
| Did you know | More populous than 100% of all places |
| Same latitude as | Aurangabad (India) |
| Antipode (other side of Earth) | -19.91, -80.17 |
✈️ Distance to major cities
| Singapore | 2,108 km |
| Beijing | 2,728 km |
| Tokyo | 4,254 km |
| Dubai | 4,593 km |
| Moscow | 6,463 km |
| Cairo | 6,908 km |