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The area's temples offer an interesting insight into
the traditional culture and style. Wat Luang is the
oldest temple in Phrae and includes an interesting
museum. Also look out for the 400-year-old chedi of
Phra That Phra Lo, Wat Sa Bo Kaeo, Wat Phra That Chom
Chaeng, Wat Phra That Cho Hae and Wat Phra Non, located
near the old city wall.
An interesting day trip is Phae Muang Phi, which
is located about 12 kilometres out of town. This is
an unusual natural feature which subsidence and erosion
of the soil has created rocks in the shapes of exotic-looking
mushrooms.
Another interesting local feature is Vongburi House,
which is a private museum. This teak house was the
residence of the last Prince of Phrae. Another interesting
old teak house can be found in the village of Ban
Prathap Jai.
A good place to get a feel for the local culture
is at the Folklore Museum, which is located three
kilometres from town. Here you will see different
types of wooden houses, which demonstrate the different
status of the local people. There is also market and
shop houses of the ancient traditional style.
When it comes to eating, a great place to get a good,
cheap meal is at the town's large night market.
Phrae province is well known for its lively and interesting
festivals. The Phra that Cho Hae Fair is held around
March and involves a procession to carry robes to
cover the local chedi. The procession follows the
Lanna style and all participants are decked out in
traditional Lanna attire.
The Kin Salak Fair is an old Buddhist merit-making
event. Villagers prepare offerings and carry them
in a procession to present to the monks. The fair
is held around September each year.
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