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Wat Chedi Luang

Wat Chedi Luang or ‘the temple of the Great Stupa’ is the ruins of a Buddhist temple inside the old city of Chiang Mai. It is the original home to the Emerald Buddha, one of Thailand’s most important religious relics. It was shifted to Bangkok's Grand Palace following an earthquake in 1545. The temple is still an active place of worship, home to monks and Buddhist shrines. The original statue of Emerald Buddha was first kept here in 1468, and the original Chedi or Pagoda of the temple is said to have been over 80 meters high. But during an earthquake in 1545, the upper 30 meters of the structure collapsed, and in 1551 the original statue of the Emerald Buddha was moved to Luang Prabang in Laos. The main Chedi of this temple was reconstructed in the 1990s under the patronage of UNESCO and the Japanese government. However, the construction style did not match the original architecture and was considered controversial. In 1995, on the 600th anniversary of the Chedi of this temple, a copy of the Emerald Buddha in black jade was placed in the eastern niche, which also housed the original Emerald Buddha.The current temple grounds originally consisted of three temples — Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Ho Tham, and Wat Sukmi. The temple's construction started in the 14th century under King Saen Muang Ma, who planned to bury his father's ashes there; due to prolonged issues, the Wat was finally completed in the 15th century under the reign of King Tilokaraj. Read More

Wat Chet Yot is a temple in Chiang Mai where many cultures collide. The architecture of the temple and the spires have clear Indian, Thai and Lanna influences, with symbolic depictions of Buddha's life. The stuccoed temple is especially venerated as a place of worship for those born in the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese calendar.

Built-in 1296 CE during the inception of Chiang Mai, Wat Chiang Mai is the oldest temple in the city. It is located in the northeast corner of the old walled part of Chiang Mai, between Phra Pok Klao 13 road and Ratchaphakhinai 1 road. It has two decorated viharns containing the oldest and most highly venerated Buddha images. The compound also has a scripture library called the Ho Trai and a lovely lotus pond. The temple is decorated with elaborate golden structures and intricate engravings. A quiet oasis of splendid structures the temple was the first of many built by Mangrai in his new capital of the Lanna Kingdom. Wat Chiang Man is known for its various Buddha statues and its intricate designs, engravings and murals. The lotus pond and the library calm and give peace to the visitors. The temple is also one of the most revered by devotees and is often visited during Songkran Festival. Read More

Wat Chomphu is a 600-year old temple located in the Chang Moi area. While Wat Chomphu figures among the more lesser known temples in Chiang Mai, its sparsely populated compound lends it a peaceful aura where one can pray in silence. The temple is gilded with intricate designs, and has a remarkable golden chedi which makes it visible from the road itself.

Wat Dokkham is a Buddhist temple, located on Moonmuang Road through the Tha Prae Gate. It is a simple temple structure, with a glistening gold pagoda, and stunning interiors engraved with images from the Buddhist tradition. The main hall is installed with several statues of Buddha, where visitors can offer their devotions.

Wat Inthakhin Sadue Muang, literally meaning 'temple of the city navel' is a temple named after the city pillar called Sao Inthakin, which was situated close to the temple. The viharn, intricately detailed with woodwork and gold structures, houses the image of the Buddha known as Luang Pho Khao. The Inthakin Museum next door exhibits relics from the era of the Lanna Kingdom.

Wat Jet Lin, also known as Wat Chedlin, is one of the quieter temples in Chiang Mai. The temple interiors are bathed in bright red and pink colours, save the large golden Buddha sitting towards the end. In contrast, the outer complex has an idyllic feel, complete with a rustic stone chedi, an ornamental bridge, a pond, and an organic coffee shop.

Wat Ku Tao is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai with traditional Burmese, Chinese and Confucian influences. Also known as Temple of the Gourd Pagoda, it borrows its name from its chedi that resembles a gourd or a stack of watermelons, which actually represents the lives of Buddha. It is a quiet temple with few visitors, making it perfect for some peaceful meditation and prayer. Built in 1613, Wat Ku Tao holds the ashes of Prince Saravadi (1578-1607), the first Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The distinctive chedi built in Yunnanese style comprises of five diminishing spheres representing the five historical and future Buddhas. One of the two Shan temples in Chiang Mai, it the location for the yearly Poi Sang Long ceremony. This ceremony usually takes place during March end or April beginning. Read More

Rich with history of its origin, Wat Lokmoli is a temple that dates back to the era of the Mengrai Dynasty during the 14th century. It is known most significantly for its chedi, which is among the largest of all the temples in Chiang Mai. The alluring temple is decorated with structures of traditional serpents, wooden carvings, ornamental gateways and even a statue of a Lanna queen.

With a Burmese style chedi, viharn with Lanna architecture, and motifs of Hindu mythological creatures, Wat Mahawan is a temple rich in the cultural heritage of Thailand. The complex also has an ubosot, the prayer hall where monks are ordained. The Ho Trai, which once contained scriptures with teachings of the Buddha, now serves as the residence of the temple's abbot.