Doi Luang District


Doi Luang is a district in the northern part of Chiang Rai Province, northern Thailand.

History

The area of Doi Luang was separated from Mae Chan District and established as a minor district on 15 July 1996.
On 15 May 2007, all 81 minor districts were upgraded to full districts. With publication in the Royal Gazette on 24 August, the upgrade became official.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Wiang Chiang Rung, and Mae Chan.

Administration

The district is divided into three subdistricts, which are further subdivided into 31 villages. There are no municipal areas. There are three tambon administrative organizations.