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A major highlight of any Chiang Mai vacation is the abundance of amazing temples. In this itinerary, explore a selection of fine temples both inside and out of the walled Old City. Among them are Wat Chiang Luang and it’s massive elephant-adorned pagoda, the starkly white Wat Suan Dok, and the tunnel-filled Wat Umong.
akyra Manor Chiang Mai
22/2 Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 9, Tambon Su Thep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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0.5 Hour
Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan
The Wat Phra Singh temple, also known as the Monastery of the Lion Buddha, is a stunning Lanna temple. Much of it is covered in gold.
2 Samlarn Rd, Phra Sing
The Wat Phra Singh temple, also known as the Monastery of the Lion Buddha, is a stunning Lanna temple. Much of it is covered in gold.
2 Samlarn Rd, Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50280, Thailand
1 Hour
Wat Chedi Luang
A massive pagoda (chedi) sits in the center of Wat Chedi Luang. This temple is located in the ancient walled section of the city.
103 Prapokkloa Rd, Tambon Si Phum
A massive pagoda (chedi) sits in the center of Wat Chedi Luang. This temple is located in the ancient walled section of the city.
103 Prapokkloa Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
0.25 Hour
Tha Phae Gate and Wall
Formerly a wall to protect the Old City, it's now a hub for shops, hotels and restaurants. Many events are held in the public square.
Thapae Rd, Chang Khlan Sub-district
Formerly a wall to protect the Old City, it’s now a hub for shops, hotels and restaurants. Many events are held in the public square.
Thapae Rd, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
0.5 Hour
Wat Chiang Man
This is Chiang Mai's oldest temple, dating back to the late 13th century. The chedi is supported by 16 intricately carved elephants.
171 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Si Phum
This is Chiang Mai’s oldest temple, dating back to the late 13th century. The chedi is supported by 16 intricately carved elephants.
171 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
1 Hour
Wat Suan Dok (White Temple)
Step outside the city walls for a Buddhist temple that's unique in this area -- the pagodas are all white. It's still stunning, of course.
139 Suthep Rd, Suthep
Step outside the city walls for a Buddhist temple that’s unique in this area — the pagodas are all white. It’s still stunning, of course.
139 Suthep Rd, Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
0.75 Hour
Wat Umong
Wat Umong is a forest temple known for its network of tunnels, many of which contain shrines to Buddha. A serene, meditative escape.
135 หมู่ที่ 10 Mueang Chiang Mai District
Wat Umong is a forest temple known for its network of tunnels, many of which contain shrines to Buddha. A serene, meditative escape.
135 หมู่ที่ 10 Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
