Chiang Saen National Museum [The Northernmost National Museum]         The ancient city of Chiang Saen which is one of the most important cities of the Lan Na Kingdom and admits a large number of archaeological sites, both prehistoric and historic periods was established by command of King Saen Pu in 1328.         Archaeological and historical evidences manifested that Chiang Saen has a long development of complex cultures. The location on the west bank of the Mekong River is appropriate for human settlement that could develop itself into a center for tread as well as into a town of economic and political importance. The architectural remains are sources of strength to the written records that the city was fully advanced in the 14th century.        The Chiang Saen National Museum, Which is a site museum under the Department of Fine Arts, was established in the old sala (Buddhist building) of Wat Chedi Luang in 1957 as the center for collecting and displaying archaeological artifacts found from excavation and restoration of the ruins in the ancient city of Chiang Saen and its vicinity. It is situated in the ancient city of Chiang Saen, in 1981 it was allocated a budget to complete the new building as planned. The main exhibition hall is constructed in the applied - Lan Na architectural style.        The main purpose of the collection is to emphasize history, art and archaeology related to human settlement, and artifacts from prehistoric to historic periods for the purpose of study and pleasure.        H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously opend the museum on March 7, 1997.