Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Doi suthep temple, Mountain temple in Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai's Doi Suthep temple, Suthep Mountain top attraction.

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Perched high on Mount Doi Suthep is Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a magnificent Buddhist temple draped in gold, also known as Doi Suthep Temple, the holiest temple in northern Thailand and one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai Province. Wat means temple in Thai.

Naga staircase at Doi suthep of Northern Thailand Buddhist temples.

At Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, you can try to walk up Nāga stairs. The Nāga staircase is lined on both sides with a snake-like being, called Nāga. This has its origin in the myth of the Buddha. The Buddha had reached enlightenment and was meditating under a Bodhi tree when it started raining heavily. A snake-like mythical creature appeared. It sheltered the Buddha with its hood from the rain. This was a Nāga called Mucalinda. The Nāga is often portrayed with multiple heads.

Naga staircase Of Northern Thailan
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Naga staircase at Doi suthep temple

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple Compounds

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep complex comprises pavilions, pagodas, statues, and wiharns. Visitors can visit a museum that is constructed inside the premise where one can find ancient relics, photographs, and old pieces of temple wares. Also, the pavilions contain the living quarters for monks, a prayer hall called Ubosot, a souvenir shop, and a small shops for drinks and snacks.

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Chiang Mai's Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Buddha image at Doi Suthep

Golden Pagoda At Doi Suthep Temple

This golden Chedi is 24 meters tall and gold plated from top to bottom, located on second floor at center of temple.

Golden Pagoda At Doi Suthep Temple
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Golden Pagoda in Lanna Chiangmai style 

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