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Thailand Travel | The Three Must-Visit Beautiful Temples in Chiang Mai - Wat Chiang Man

Chiang Mai Wat Chiang Man🙏 Wat Chiang Man วัดเชียงมั่น Wat Chiang Man has a long history and is the first Buddhist temple in the ancient city of Chiang Mai. It was personally supervised and built by King Mengrai, the first king of the Lanna Kingdom, in 1297. The architecture integrates the architectural styles of Lanna and Sri Lanka. The main Buddha hall of Wat Chiang Man is a Lanna-style building. The main Buddha statue of Shakyamuni in the hall was made in 1465. Behind the main hall is a stone seat with a golden top and a Buddha pagoda carried by fifteen elephants. The size of the elephants is carved according to the proportion of real elephants, so the scale of the entire pagoda is quite magnificent. In addition, the scripture hall in the pond is also very unique.
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When you come to Chiang Mai, you must visit the ancient city, and the three major temples in the ancient city, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, and Wat Chiang Man, are representatives on the to-do list. Compared with the bustling incense of Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang has a central position, and Wat Chiang Man appears more low-key and serene. On the square map of the ancient city, Wat Chiang Man is located in the northeast corner, far away from the hustle and bustle of the central area, but has a unique peaceful atmosphere. 📷📷 Highlights: This temple can be traced back to the 13th century. Inside, there is an ancient pagoda supported by fifteen stone elephants, and two Lanna-style halls. The smaller one houses two Buddhas with the ability to make rain. It is said that during the Songkran Festival every year, they are invited to join the parade. 🔺🔺 tips: Remember not to wear tank tops, shorts or short skirts when entering a temple. For Thai people, wearing all white to a temple is the greatest sign of respect. 🔺🔺 Transportation: You can take a taxi directly or rent a shared bicycle or scooter to explore the ancient city. The temples in the ancient city usually close around 6pm.

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