Upakut Temple, Chiang Mai

Wat Upakut means the protector. It is believed that anyone who comes to Chiang Mai must not miss visiting the beauty of this temple. It is the only temple in Lanna that continues the tradition of making merit, Peng Put, making merit at midnight. It is the day that Phra Upakut or Phra Buakhem is famous for subduing demons and eliminating evil things. He is an important monk during the reign of King Ashoka the Great. He would disguise himself as a novice monk to go on alms rounds at midnight. If anyone gives alms to Phra Upakut, it is believed that they will gain a lot of merit, be rich, and have good fortune. Wat Upakut is famous for making wishes. It is said that if you come to make a wish, your wish will come true. It is very easy to get to. Wat Upakut is located on Tha Pae Road, on the Nawarat Bridge side. After going down from the bridge at the intersection about 10 meters, you will find the temple on the left. When you enter the temple, there is not much parking space on the left. When you walk in, there will be a place to pick up flowers, incense, and candles to put in according to your faith. Then go up to the chapel. It is very beautiful. There are oil paintings on the walls of the Vessantara Jataka. #Beautiful temples in Chiang Mai #Make merit and worship Buddha