About Oub Kham Museum
Oub Kham Museum is a private cultural museum in Nang Lae, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai, northern Thailand. Founded by collector Julasak Suriyachai, it houses an extensive collection of Lanna Kingdom artifacts, Tai Yai royal regalia, textiles, lacquerware and Buddhist art. Housed in a traditional Lanna-style teak pavilion, the museum is notable for its rare golden throne, ancient costumes and well-preserved heritage objects illustrating northern Thai history.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a guided tour through a traditional Lanna teak pavilion housing curated rooms of royal costumes, textiles, lacquerware, Buddha images and ceremonial objects. The setting is intimate and ornate, with dimly lit display halls showcasing gold artifacts, ancient fabrics and Tai Yai heritage items. Explanations are provided by guides, and visitors explore at a slow pace through interconnected exhibition halls surrounded by a landscaped garden.
Key highlights
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Rare Lanna golden throne and royal regalia
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Extensive collection of Tai Yai royal costumes and textiles
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Ancient Buddha images and Buddhist art
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Traditional Lanna-style teak pavilion architecture
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Lacquerware, silverware and ceremonial artifacts from northern Thailand and neighboring regions
History of Oub Kham Museum
Private museum established by Julasak Suriyachai, who spent over three decades collecting artifacts related to the Lanna Kingdom and Tai Yai culture. The collection preserves royal regalia, textiles and religious objects dating back several centuries, assembled to prevent the dispersal of northern Thai heritage.
Culture & Context
Showcases Lanna, Tai Lue and Tai Yai cultural heritage through royal costumes, textiles, lacquerware, silverware and Buddhist art, illustrating the craftsmanship, traditions and court culture of northern Thailand and adjacent Shan regions.
Route
| By air | Fly to Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI), then 20-30 minutes by road to the museum |
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