Climb up the Emperor's Cave (Tham Chakapat)

If you are driving into Phrae from the South may it be from Chiang Mai or Bangkok, one of the first attractions you should visit is the Emperor's Cave (Tham Chakapat), which is a temple cave located on top of a sandstone mountain, tucked away in the rolling hills of Phrae? Located in the middle of nowhere, visiting Emperor's Cave will allow you to get the first glimpse of Phrae's countryside, not to mention, you will be able to see the stunning Phrae landscapes from above.

In order to get to the Emperor's Cave, you will have to climb up the sandstone mountain on foot via the 700 steps to the top where you will find a place of worship inside a cave, a large Buddha image, and a million-dollar view. Now that, you can't get anywhere else but here. The hiking path up to the Emperor's Cave is located right at the center of the temple ground where you can park your car and start hiking. The path is well-paved, easy to navigate, and in general, a straightforward hike, but the steepness can be quite tiring if you are not used to hiking. Take it slow and you will get there in no time.