Nan

Near the border of Laos lies the city of Nan, a provincial capital founded in 1272. According to local legend, Lord Buddha, passing through Nan Valley, spotted an auspicious site for a temple to be built. By the late 13th century Nan was brought into Sukhothai's fold, but it maintained a fairly independent status until the last few decades.

Nan at a Glance

Elsewhere in Northern Thailand

• Ban Sop Ruak
• Chiang Dao
• Chiang Khong
• Chiang Mai
• Chiang Rai
• Chiang Saen
• Doi Ang Khang
• Lampang
• Lamphun

• Mae Hong Son
• Mae Sai
• Mae Sariang
• Pai
• Phayao
• Phrae
• Tha Ton

See Also

• Thailand
• Northern Thailand