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wat phrathat Doi Chom Thong

This ancient hilltop temple predates the founding of Chiang Rai and commands fine views of the kok River. It is believed that from this vantage point King Mengrai first survryed the site of the city. Situated on a small hill west of Wat Phra Kaeo,the temple has an ancient brick chedi that is the reliquary for the remains of King Mengrai