Art festival draws millions to Chiang Rai, but hidden gems remain to be found
Mist and mystique: Sunrise over the Golden Triangle at the spot where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. In the foreground is the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort, in the northern Thai province of Chiang Rai. (Courtesy of Anantara Hotels and Resorts).
CHIANG RAI, Thailand -- There are two distinct locations where visitors to Thailand can view some of the most cutting-edge Thai contemporary art.
One is in conventional five-star tourist territory in Bangkok, where the best examples hang not only in galleries but also amid the sumptuous decor of expensive hotels.
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