Phayao province was historical city in Lanna-Thai era and built by "Phor-Khun-Ngam-Muang" during B.S. 1600s. Its name was formerly "Phrukarmyao" or "Phayow. In Ratanakosin era, it was renamed to "Phayao" and became one of cities in Chiangrai province. Until year 1977, it was promoted to be Phayao province.
Phayao province is covering area about 6,335 square kilometres and its population is about 488,500 persons. There are attractive places such as Kwan Phrayao (Phayao Lake), Analyo temple (Doi-Budsarakum), Doi-Luang Natural Park, Phru-Sang National Park and Mae-Wong National Park.
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