Pho Khun Ngam Muang Statue

Pho Khun Ngam Muang is former ruler of Phayao City. The statue is situated at the municipal public park in front of Phayao Lake. To the right is the main city park with water feature, sala and lots of fish. This is the main spot for most of the cultural events in Phayao.

Wat Sri Khom Kham

Located on the bank of Phayao Lake, called "Phra Chao Ton Luang" housing a Buddha image having the lap width of 14 meters, and a height of 16 meters.


The Temple's annual fair take places in May. The picture on the opening page is taken just behind the main Temple.

Mortar-Making Village

Located at Ngin Village, north of Phayao, on Mae Thum - Mae Jai road. The distance south from Doi Busarakham Route 1193 is 7 kms. Most of people in this village make spice grinding mortars and send them to sell in the city market nearby. Phayao is noted for the quality of the mortars.

Kwan Phayao

This natural lake having clear and clean water occupies a space of around 13,000 rai. It is beautiful and a breeding source for fresh water fishes, especially the freshwater pla buek catfish. There are numerous food shops located along the bank with very high quality Northern Cuisine but at low cost. Thia area is especially suitable for dining and relaxing in the evening watching the sunset over the lake.