Sop Ruak
Currently Open- Address: Chiang Rai, Thailand Map
- Timings: 24-hrs Details
- Time Required: 03:00 Hrs
- Tags: Outdoors, River, Scenic Drive, Nature
The Sop Ruak scenic spot is a part of a Golden Triangle. The landscape here is divided by the Ruak River that flows into Mekong River. They give rise to a triangular delta formation between the three countries of Laos, Myanmar and Thailand. Sop ruak is at the centre of this Golden triangle as it is called and was also the centre of the Opium trade that happened decades ago. The two Opium museums that cover the history of the opium trade, its effects and CIA’s involvement in great detail, are a short distance from here and can be reached through boats. The spot itself offers a wonderful view of all 3 countries.
How to Reach Sop Ruak
- By Bus: From Chiang rai, take a bus to Mae Sai from Platform 9, and from there take a songthaews to Chiang Saen which run every 20 minutes.
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- Sop Ruak Address: Chiang Rai, Thailand
- Sop Ruak Timing: 24-hrs
- Best time to visit Sop Ruak(preferred time): 08:00 am - 04:00 pm
- Time required to visit Sop Ruak: 03:00 Hrs
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1.5/10
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15.35% of people who visit Chiang Rai include Sop Ruak in their plan
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310 Times
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08 AM - 09 AM
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27.78% of people start their Sop Ruak visit around 08 AM - 09 AM
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3 Hrs
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People usually take around 3 Hrs to see Sop Ruak
88.1% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Sop Ruak
People normally club together Wat Phra Kaeo and Doi Mae Salong while planning their visit to Sop Ruak.