Lai Kang Buddhist Temple in Chiang Mai - the oldest temple in Chiang Mai, and its local popularity is comparable to that of Shuanglong Temple

Lai Kang Buddhist Temple in Chiang Mai is located on the Golden Mountain in Mae Xia, Chiang Mai. It was built in 687 AD and has a history of more than 1,300 years. It is one of the oldest temples in the area. And because local believers believe that Laikang Temple is very efficacious, compared to Shuanglong Temple, Laikang Temple is more popular in Chiang Mai. The representative Buddha statue of Laikang Buddhist Temple is a 17-meter-high white seated Buddha wearing a golden cassock. This golden Buddha statue stands in the central square of the temple, with a compassionate face and sacred solemnity. The Emergency Buddha enshrined in Laikang Temple is also very famous. This Buddha statue is named for its ability to quickly fulfill the wishes of believers. It is said to be able to ward off disasters and attract wealth, attracting countless believers to come and pray. If your wish comes true, you can buy jasmine bunches to express your gratitude to the gods. In addition, since Laikang Temple is located on a mountain on the outskirts of the city center of Chiang Mai, you can overlook the entire emerald green valley and the beautiful scenery of Chiang Mai city from the viewing platform of the temple. The temple is about 10 kilometers away from the ancient city of Chiang Mai. It is recommended to charter a car to go there. #temple #100 Ways to Travel