Thailand: Spirit house marking the western extremity of Kavila's Wall, Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. In the 6th year of the reign of Thai King Rama I (20 March 1736 - 7 September 1809), a decision was taken to resettle and revive the city of Chiang Mai as a bastion of Siamese power in the north. The task of re-establishment fell to Chao Kavila, ruler of Lampang, who was established as viceroy of the north at Chiang Mai in 2339 BE/1796 CE and immediately began the task of resettling and defending the city.

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