Trip to Doi Suthep Temple

A must see, on any traveler to Chiang Mai, is the phenomenal and consecrated wat of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep which is positioned close to the top of Doi Suthep - Pui National Park

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the iconic, ancient wat of pilgrim on the eastern dip of Doi Suthep, the sacral montane that grow upward west of Chiang Mai. It is one of Northern Thailand’s most important traveler destinations, annually attracting not less than around million tourist, both Thai and foreigners.
Visit Chiang Mai most divine wat, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (1383 AD). The temple is positioned 16 kilometres’s from the city town and 3,500 ft above sea level. Admire the fantastic golden stupa, that is contains the sacred relics of Lord Buddha.

The way up to the Phra That is a cement stairway decorated with seven-headed Great naga. Interior the wat is a Chiang Saen style chedi. Following stylised Lanna art, the bell-shaped pagoda is covered with two layers of gold leaf and has a high octagon base. Located to the west of Chiang Mai, voyager can clearly see the scenic look of the city from the wat. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is held as one of one of the most glorious wats in the province. It might as well be said that a visit to Chiang Mai cannot be fulfilled with no a stop to pay a symbol of respect to Doi Suthep Temple .

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep was constructed in the thirteenth century during the reign of King Kue Na Thammikarat, the sixth King of Chiangmai, to house the Buddha’s relics which the king had brought from Si Satchanalai. The temple is a second-class royal temple of the Ratcha Wora Viharn type. It has been a place of adore of the old town of Chiang Mai since its former times.

The chedi sits in a rather small yard at the summit of the mount. The ground building sits on a bigger plaza put several buildings as well as a lookout tower from which you will look, weather permitting, all of Chiang Mai and the surrounding plain. among the structure on the plaza is a small museum displaying old pieces of temple wares as well as some of the more ancient or unique monetary contribution to the temple. Note that before entering the ground stuff the stupa, you must remove your footwear. You must also be dressed appropriately, although the wat can supply some clothes on loan to cover up your naughty knees and blanket shoulders.

Accessible by climbing 306 steps steep up or by lift for 30B. The way up is flanked by plants and Naga serpents figures. All voyager must take off their footwear and dressed appropriately to come into the wat veranda. No shorts allowed and shoulders must be covered, you will find garment available for rent.

How to go : Get here early or late to keep away from the crowds. To get here, take a red truck from in front of the zoo, at the western end of Huai Kaeo avenue. The traveling expenses is 50 Thb going up and 40B for the Bhubing palace. The ride can get cold, so bring a pullover or jacket. The car stops at the base of the naga stave. Another choice you can contact Chiang Mai tour agency .This tour is available in two selections join with group tour or private tour . The private option provides you greater convenient and you can spend as much or as little time at any of the places that you visit. Unlike the tight and fixed schedules of budget tours, the private choice allows you to do the tour at your own pace. This half day tour is a most pleasing one. You can simplify matters by booking a half-day trip though any tour agency in Chiang Mai for all around 600B, including a stop at Phuping Palace or Hmong Village that you can select one.

Ticket : Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (admission 30 Thb.) is open daily 7am to 5pm. If you'd rather not climb the 306 steps, a special part of the experience, there's a funicular lift to the top for 50 Thb.
It is a idyllic place for a visit. You have an option betwixt climb up the stairs to the top or take an cable car. The area is nice, full of activities. Great for wayfarer even though if you are not buddhist.