Prior to finishing our journey in Chiang Rai, Tee drove us up to what is known as The Golden Triangle. From this vantage point in the northernmost province of Chiang Rai, one has a view of three countries; Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand. In fact, the Mekong River (which separates it from Laos) delineates half of its northern border. Mountains separate it from Myanmar. At one time, the Golden Triangle was once a production and distribution center for the opium trade. Now, the Golden Triangle is largely a tourist trap.
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