2025 Doi Tao Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

The pagoda contains the relics of the forehead. On the full moon day of the third lunar month, Makha Bucha Day, there will be a bathing ceremony for the pagoda every year. What you can't miss when visiting Wat Phra Borommathat Doi Kaeng and must visit is the pagoda containing the relics of the Buddha, the left forehead bone of the Buddha. According to history, Queen Chamadevi came to pay homage to the Phra Borommathat Doi Kaeng when she ruled Hariphunchai (Lamphun) in 1200 B.E. and in 1920-1921, Khru Ba Chao Siwichai, a saint of Lanna, came to renovate and build a pagoda to cover the old pagoda. Later, on February 18, 1921, Somdet Krom Phraya Damrong Rajanubhab came to pay homage to the Phra Borommathat Doi Kaeng along with Khru Ba Siwichai at that time. However, Wat Phra That Doi Kaeng was in a state of disrepair for a while until 1986, the abbot of Hod District (Phra Khru Phiphitthana Kanaphiban) at that time. Currently, it is Phra Thammakanlakacharn (Wi.), the abbot of Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong Worawihan, Chom Thong District, Chiang Mai Province, who came to renovate it again. And later, Khru Ba Boonsri Aphipunno, the current abbot, made a pilgrimage up here. And led the faithful, both Thais and foreigners, to renovate it again by covering it in gold leaf to make the whole body shine yellow, looking very beautiful. Tourists can come to worship the Phra That Doi Kueng Chedi every day. And on the full moon day of the 3rd lunar month, Makha Bucha Day, there is a Phra That bathing ceremony every year. #Tourist attractions in Chiang Mai #Visit Doi Tao #Wat Phra That Doi Kueng

#thailandtrip 📍 Location: Doi Tao District, Chiang Mai Province — nestled on a forested hill not far from Doi Tao Lake. High above the valley, Wat Phra Phutthabat Tak Pha is a tranquil hilltop temple renowned for its sacred Buddha footprint, believed to be from the Enlightened One himself. A graceful golden chedi watches over a long naga‑guarded staircase—around 469 steps—that guides pilgrims and visitors amid serene mountain air. 🌿 Why Visit: It’s a quiet, spiritual haven with a beautiful combination of legend, Lanna-style architecture, and panoramic valley vistas—a perfect place for peaceful reflection and cultural immersion away from tourist crowds. ✨ Tips: • Arrive early morning for calm, soft light, and cool temperatures. • Dress modestly—cover shoulders and knees—and remove shoes before entering sacred areas. • Bring water; though the climb is moderate, hydration is key. • Ideal to combine with a visit to Doi Tao Lake for a full day of scenery and spirituality. #WatPhraPhutthabatTakPha #DoiTaoTemple #BuddhaFootprint #HilltopSanctuary #ChiangMaiProvince #HiddenThailand #SpiritualRetreat #LannaHeritage#localguides #historicallandmarks

Doi Tao Lake, Chiang Mai Province, stay here, Zone 7

CHEEVA COFFEE, a new cafe is now open at Doi Tao. Delicious coffee, nice atmosphere, on the main road, spacious shop, easy on the eyes, fragrant coffee, anyone passing by, stop by to try the coffee and various menus. Anyone who goes to Mae Hong Son, passing through Doi Tao District must pass this shop. Guaranteed delicious coffee, there is wifi to sit and work comfortably, there is a second floor with a comfortable view, guaranteed beautiful atmosphere. Overall, a nice shop. #Doi Tao Cafe #Doi Tao District #Doi Tao District attractions #Doi Tao Coffee Shop #Nice cafe

#VisitChiangMai Wat Phra Phutthabat Tamo is an ancient temple that has been important since ancient times because it is the place where the four Buddhas of this era, namely Buddha Kakusandha, Buddha Konakhom, Buddha Kasapa, and Buddha Samanakodom, came to teach the people and left their footprints. Many disciples of the Buddha came to practice and attain the Dharma at this place. "Latterstone Pavilion" is located at Wat Phra Phutthabat Tamo. It is a pavilion built of laterite, which is strong. It is an architecture that combines applied Lanna art. It has a beautiful shape and beautiful stucco images. It is the only one in Chiang Mai Province. It was built to enshrine the statues of three saints of Lanna who came to renovate the temple, namely the statues of Kruba Siwichai, Kruba Chaiyuangsa, and Kruba Khaopi. It is another sacred place in Chiang Mai Province.

Phra That Doi Tok or Phra That Chedi Si Phuttha Sathan Aphiban Doi Tao, was originally in ruins, with only large ancient bricks and broken tiles left. However, this place is very sacred. Many years ago, villagers often saw the Buddha's relics perform miracles on the night of the full moon of the 15th lunar month. The Buddha's relics would float to Phra That Doi Kueng and return to Doi Tok, which is always the case. The view shows the beautiful Doi Tao Lake, mountains, and Phra That Doi Kueng. #DoiTok #DoiTao #DoiTaoLake #ChiangMai