Chun is a district (Amphoe) of Phayao Province in northern Thailand. Chun district’s history dates back to the ancient city of Wiang Lo, which is of similar age to Mueang Phayao.
Neighboring districts are (from the east clockwise) Chiang Kham, Pong and Dok Kham Tai of Phayao Province, Pa Daet and Thoeng of Chiang Rai Province.
There are several nice temples in the Chun area,
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 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
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...
