Wiang Chiang Rung is a district of Chiang Rai Province, northern Thailand.GeographyNeighboring districts are Mueang Chiang Rai, Doi Luang, Chiang Khong, Phaya Mengrai and Wiang Chai of Chiang Rai Province.HistoryThe minor district was established on 1 April 1995, when it was split off from Wiang Chai District . At first named Chiang Rung, it was renamed Wiang Chiang Rung on 1 March 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.AdministrationThe district is divided into three sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 43 villages . Ban Lao is a township which covers parts of tambon Thung Ko and Dong Maha Wan. There are a further three tambon administrative organizations .

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