Activities
Date: Tuesday 7th February 2012Phayao is one of those places where on the surface, there’s not much happening… But, there’s much more than the lake and its mountain backdrop, and the waterfront restaurants. Hidden from view, and poorly promoted, there’s far more to see and do than first appearances suggest.
There are some lovely temples, an interesting museum, a Sunday Night Bazaar, good restaurants, comfortable but modestly priced accommodation, a couple of good pubs & discos…
In the evenings, and weekends, these concrete waterfront walkways are alive with skateboards, aerobics dance classes, food vendors and strollers…
A favourite weekend destination for resident and ex-pat motorcyclists, Phayao is a true provincial gem.
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; 
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. 
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...