King Mengrai Monument
About the place
- Country : Thailand , Chiang Rai
- Address : ถนน ห้าแยกพ่อขุน Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
- Category : Urban Facilities
King Mengrai Monument
Overview:
This monument honors King Mengrai, who founded Chiang Rai in 1262. He is the twenty-fifth king of Ngoenyang and the first king of the Mengrai dynasty.
King Mengrai brought together several small states to form a large nation now known as "Lanna." Chiang Mai was its capital. The bronze statue of King Mengrai is highly regarded by locals and tourists interested in the city's history.
Resources:
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Image source: Google Maps
Owner: Noppadol Tiamnara
