This small museum is at the western end of town and has a small collection of artifacts which have been unearthed from the surrounding area. It is worth a look to get an overview of how the ancient city used to be.
Highlights of the museum are ancient carvings from Chiang Saen and Phayao. There are also a few exhibits exploring the effect that ethnic minorities like the Thai Yai, Thai Lu and a few other hill-tribes have had on the region. The collection includes everything from musical instruments to opium pipes.
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Getting There
Walk or take a songthaew from anywhere in Chiang Saen.
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Need to Know
- What is it? A small museum in Chiang Saen displaying artifacts from the ancient city.
- Opening hours: Weds-Sun, 09:00-16:00.
- Entrance fee: 100 baht.
- Address: Phaholyothin Road
- Where: in the heart of old-town Chiang Saen.