Phayao is surrounded by the provinces of Chiang Mai et de Chiang Rai on a side and by the Burmese border of the other.
Virtually enveloped by mountains and valleys, Phayao is a small peaceful province.
Though with only modest facilities and conveniences, it is an enchanting community with delightful natural beauty and fascinating religious sites.
Dating back to more than 900 years, it used to be an independent state with its own rulers before it became a part of the Lanna Thai kingdom in mid-14th century.
Phayao is about 700 kilometres form Bangkok and covers an area of 6,300 square kilometres.