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Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan, Chiang Mai

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Admire the traditional design and reverential atmosphere at Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan, a Buddhist temple located in Chiang Mai's historical center. King Saen Muang Ma initiated construction in the 14th century, intending to bury his father's ashes here. The project wasn't completed until the mid 15th century, and since then the temple has been rebuilt, refurbished, and redesigned on numerous occasions. Originally three separate temple areas, the sites were joined up to create the place of worship you see today, making it an area of impressive scale as well as architecture. Visit the grounds to discover its interesting and volatile history; look for the replica of the famous Emerald Buddha once housed here and the city pillar surrounded by three dipterocarp trees. Add Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan and other attractions to your Chiang Mai trip itinerary using our Chiang Mai trip generator.

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Toni S

August 17, 2017

Es handelt sich um einen schönen alten Tempel in der Stadt. Der schön von außen anzusehen ist. Der Eintritt für zwei Tempel ist günstig, einer davon ist dieser more »

It's a beautiful old temple in the city. Nice to see from the outside is. Is cheap for two temples, one of them is this

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MKP669

August 17, 2017

We were staying a street away so visited in the late afternoon: sat & listened to the monks chanting before heading outside and getting some great pictures as the sun went down . more »
497미나김

August 16, 2017

치앙마이 구시가지 대표 사원. 한쪽이 훼손되어 있는게 특징인데 지진으로 훼손되었다고 합니다. 우리가 갔을땐 어린승려들이 많았는데 알고보니 승려가되는 의식을 하고 있었습니다. 구시가지 구경과 함께 다녀오기 좋아요. more »

Representatives of the old temple in Chiang Mai. One is to undermine the features have been compromised by the earthquake. By the time we got lots of young monks turned out the monks were an expression of that. I went with the old town and it's great to come.

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BalochonMove

August 9, 2017

The most famous temple in Chiang Mai, My hotel was near this temple, so I saw it numbers of time. It's really a majestic temple. Chiang Mai visit could not be completed without touring this temple. There are many temples within old city area.. you can say it's a city of temple.

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Edhie Rahmat

July 18, 2017

Worth to stop by to this new and centuries old Buddhist temple in the back. It is just within walking distance from Chiang Mai city center. Very interesting that two dragons (the big snakes) guarding the temple gates....Do not know what is the meaning. But inside the new temple, you can see golden beautiful decors.. And Statues of Buddhist and monks...

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Volker Bastian

August 7, 2017

Wat Chedi Luang is located just a short walk fron the City Center of CM. It is believed to be the old City shrine with a long and rich history. Go there if You want to know more about Buddhist life. At the 'Chat with Monk' Programm You will find a lot of friendly young novices who will be more than happy to practice their English with You.

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Jenny Rojas

May 26, 2017

the compound comprises a historical pyramid, a big temple and then few smaller buildings. Women are not allowed to go inside some of them though, which was a shame because I could peek some stunning murals. Nevertheless, what I saw was very inspiring. The big temple is gorgeously decorated! Very peaceful atmosphere.

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Nitchan Puen

September 6, 2017

Very beautiful temple (especially the fine art inside the building). There's also an ancient worship place which is also terrific.

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