Chaloem Phra Kiat (Nan) — a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Northern Thailand (Lanna) at 1112 m elevation, connected via Nan Provincial Transit Terminal (90 km).
Why Visit Chaloem Phra Kiat (เฉลิมพระเกียรติ)
Chaloem Phra Kiat is a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Northern Thailand (Lanna) (located at 19.5062°N, 101.1327°E, elevation 1112 m). Renowned for Chaloem Phra Kiat Morning Talad Sod & Night Market, Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Chaloem Phra Kiat, Chaloem Phra Kiat Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls, Nan Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail, Northern Thailand (Lanna) Temples & Street Food, Chaloem Phra Kiat rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Nan Provincial Transit Terminal (90 km) (90 km).
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Chaloem Phra Kiat
Chaloem Phra Kiat District Center & Market Square
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Chaloem Phra Kiat.
Nan Highway & Transit Quarter
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Chaloem Phra Kiat.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Chaloem Phra Kiat
- Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Chaloem Phra Kiat — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chaloem Phra Kiat.
- Chaloem Phra Kiat Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chaloem Phra Kiat.
- Nan Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chaloem Phra Kiat.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Chaloem Phra Kiat
In Chaloem Phra Kiat (Northern Thailand (Lanna)), everyday dining revolves around morning Talad Sod fresh markets, made-to-order Tam Sang wok stalls, and evening night markets serving authentic Northern Thailand (Lanna Kingdom) flavors. Expect made-to-order street dishes for ฿50–฿120 and sit-down regional mains for ฿120–฿280; say 'Phed Noi' for mild spice or 'Mai Sai Phong Churot' for no MSG.
Signature Local & Regional Dishes to Try
- Khao Soi Kai / Nuea (ข้าวซอยไก่/เนื้อ) (฿60–฿110): Chiang Mai's iconic golden coconut curry broth over soft egg noodles and crispy fried noodle nest, served with pickled mustard greens, shallots, lime, and roasted chili oil.
- Sai Oua — Grilled Lanna Herb Sausage (ไส้อั่ว) (฿80–฿150): Charcoal-grilled pork sausage perfumed with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaf, turmeric, and dried chilies.
- Gaeng Hang Lay — Burmese-Lanna Pork Belly Curry (แกงฮังเล) (฿90–฿180): Slow-braised pork belly with fresh ginger julienne, tamarind, pickled garlic, and roasted peanuts.
- Nam Prik Ong & Nam Prik Noom (น้ำพริกอ่อง / น้ำพริกหนุ่ม) (฿60–฿120): Roasted green chili dip and minced-pork tomato relish served with crispy pork cracklings (Kaeb Moo), steamed mountain vegetables, and sticky rice.
Recommended Dining Quarters, Markets & Night Markets & Street Food Stalls in Chaloem Phra Kiat
Chaloem Phra Kiat Talad Sod (Morning Market) & Night Market
Local open-air stalls and shophouses in central Chaloem Phra Kiat serving made-to-order Northern Thailand (Lanna Kingdom) dishes (฿50–฿140).
Chaloem Phra Kiat Khao Gaeng (Curry-Over-Rice) & Noodle Shophouses
Family-run lunch and dinner kitchens offering wok-fried basil dishes, noodle soups, Cha Yen iced tea, and seasonal tropical fruit.
Food markets & dining streets: Chiang Mai Chang Phuak North Gate Night Stalls, Warorot Market (Kad Luang), Sunday Tha Phae Walking Street & Chiang Rai Night Bazaar · Regional drinks: Doi Chaang & Doi Tung Highland Arabica Coffee (฿55–฿110), Roasted Mulberry Leaf Tea & Fresh Passionfruit Soda
Getting to Chaloem Phra Kiat & Local Transit
By Train & Coach: Nan Provincial Transit Terminal (90 km) (90 km). Check our SRT Sleeper Train vs. Domestic Flight Calculator (฿ THB) and Bangkok BTS, MRT & Chao Phraya Boat Calculator to compare rail and transit fares. By Air: Nan Nakhon Airport (NNT).
Closest Neighboring Towns to Chaloem Phra Kiat
Combine Chaloem Phra Kiat with these nearby Thai towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Thung Chang (23 km away)
- Chiang Klang (37 km away)
- Pua (40 km away)
- Bo Kluea (40 km away)
- Song Khwae (48 km away)
More Cities & Towns in Northern Thailand (Lanna)
Explore other destinations across Northern Thailand (Lanna):
Chiang Mai · Lampang · Chiang Rai · Nan · Mae Hong Son · Pai · Lamphun · Uttaradit · Phan · Phrae · Fang · San Sai