North Thailand / Chiang Rai / Phrathat Doi Tung

The structure atop Doi Tung, with an elevation of 2,000m (6,562ft) the highest mountain in Chiang Rai Province, is a reliquary that draws devout Buddhists from Thailand, Laos and Burma. One gets to the shrine by a tortuous mountain road, which winds its way up and down mountain sides for 40km (25mi). A beautiful Royal residence has been being built there for the Princess Mother.