Phayao - Thailand

Phayao Holiday Guide - activities, attractions, accommodation and restaurants. Phayao is both a province and a town in northern Thailand. Situated on the edge of Lake (Kwan) Phayao, the town has much to offer the inquisitive and adventurous traveller.

Lakeside dining options include an abundance of restaurants, bars and coffee shops, with a vibrant nightlife. The mountain backdrop provides stunning visuals, and the sunsets are superb.

The temple complexes at Wat Sri Khom Kham and Wat Anelayo are stunning. The province offers ancient ruins, waterfalls, museums, markets and Tai Lue perspectives and more...

Wat Analayo

Wat Analayo is located in the foothills across the lake from the town of Phayao. You could easily spend an afternoon exploring the labyrinth of roads leading up to temples and monuments on the hill tops and ridges here; » read more

Wat Sri Khom Kham

Wat Sri Khom Kham has one of Thailands tallest Buddha images. Towering 17 metres above those within, it is truely impressive. The temple complex also has graphic illustrations of the Buddhist version of hell, tucked away in the gardens. » read more

Tai Lue

There are more than 40 Tai Lue villages across Phayao Province, with a strong connection going back to the height of the Lanna Kingdom of 750 years ago. Tai Lue are famous for their weaving, Chiang Kham is the place to go to admire and purchase...» read more...