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  • Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn is a Buddhist temple on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.  Its name comes from the Indian god Aruna.  Wat Arun is one of the best known of Bangkok landmarks and often used as the icon for the city.  Although the temple has existed since at least the seventeenth century, its distinctive prang spires were built in the early nineteenth century during the reign of Rama II.  The main feature of Wat Arun is its central Khmer-style prang towers which are encrusted with colorful porcelain and ceramics.
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  • Wat Arun, Temple of the Dawn, is a Buddhist temple in the Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The full name of the temple is Wat Arunratchawararam Ratchaworamahavihara.
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  • Wat Arun, Temple of the Dawn, is a Buddhist temple in the Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The full name of the temple is Wat Arunratchawararam Ratchaworamahavihara.
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  • Thai Boy Selling Floral Temple Offerings. Lotus and marigolds are most popular, these offerings come with incense or joss sticks attached.
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  • Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn is a Buddhist temple on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.  Its name comes from the Indian god Aruna.  Wat Arun is one of the best known of Bangkok landmarks and often used as the icon for the city.  Although the temple has existed since at least the seventeenth century, its distinctive prang spires were built in the early nineteenth century during the reign of Rama II.  The main feature of Wat Arun is its central Khmer-style prang towers which are encrusted with colorful porcelain and ceramics.
    temple-of-dawn-8.jpg
  • Chanting Thai Monks at Wat Lok Moli - Traditionally many young Thai boys would become novice monks as a way for them to receive an education, especially in rural areas. As well as having a secular education, Nowadays most novice monks that you see in temples are boys who are orphans or their parents cannot afford to raise them.   However, most novices from all types of families and economic backgrounds do a stint for short period of time usually a few months.
    thai-monks-chanting-2.jpg
  • Chanting Thai Monks at Wat Lok Moli - Traditionally many young Thai boys would become novice monks as a way for them to receive an education, especially in rural areas. As well as having a secular education, Nowadays most novice monks that you see in temples are boys who are orphans or their parents cannot afford to raise them.   However, most novices from all types of families and economic backgrounds do a stint for short period of time usually a few months.
    thai-monks-chanting-3.jpg
  • Chanting Thai Monks at Wat Lok Moli - Traditionally many young Thai boys would become novice monks as a way for them to receive an education, especially in rural areas. As well as having a secular education, Nowadays most novice monks that you see in temples are boys who are orphans or their parents cannot afford to raise them.   However, most novices from all types of families and economic backgrounds do a stint for short period of time usually a few months.
    thai-monks-chanting.jpg
  • The silver temple at Wat Sri Suphan is an ordination hall or Ubosot.   The temple has ties to the local craft of silver work, and so lots of silver has been integrated into the buildings. At the back of the temple silversmiths are usually at work. Inside the main hall, the paintings show twelve Buddhist zodiac symbols,. a unique pattern used in Wua Lai silverware.
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  • The silver temple at Wat Sri Suphan is an ordination hall or Ubosot.   The temple has ties to the local craft of silver work, and so lots of silver has been integrated into the buildings. At the back of the temple silversmiths are usually at work. Inside the main hall, the paintings show twelve Buddhist zodiac symbols,. a unique pattern used in Wua Lai silverware.
    sri-suphan-6.jpg
  • Chiangmai Temple Sunset Silhouette, with highlighted dragons or nagas in the golden sky.
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  • Temple Bells at Wat Saket - Wat Saket a Bangkok temple dating back to the Ayutthaya era, when it was called Wat Sakae. It is usually referred to as just Wat Saket and is positioned on Golden Mountain. and therefore often called "Temple of the Golden Mount".  It has become one of the icons of Bangkok.
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  • Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is also known as the marble temple and one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples typifying the ornate Thai style of gables, step roofs and elaborate details.  Construction of the temple began in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn to be near his palace nearby. A picture of the temple's facade is on the Thai five baht coin.
    wat-benchanabophit-8.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-buddhas-02.jpg
  • Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is also known as the marble temple and one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples typifying the ornate Thai style of gables, step roofs and elaborate details.  Construction of the temple began in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn to be near his palace nearby. A picture of the temple's facade is on the Thai five baht coin.
    wat-benchanabophit-7.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-buddhas-01.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-murals-02.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-murals-01.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  The structure is therwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    ho-trai-4.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-thepwararam-01.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  Otherwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    phra-singh-1.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  Otherwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    phra-singh-2.jpg
  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  The structure is therwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    ho-trai-6.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  The structure is therwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    ho-trai-2.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  The structure is therwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    ho-trai-1.jpg
  • Wat Ku Tao is an  unusual temple in Chiang Mai.  Its chedi is said to have been built in 1613 to hold the ashes and remains of Prince Saravadi - the Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The name "Ku Tao" comes from the northern Thai word tao for melon.  The temple's chedi is noteworthy for its unusual,  bulbous pagoda.  The structure is decorated with colourful porcelain tiles and represents five Buddhist monk's alms bowls.   This temple is also known as Wearuwanaram Vihan. Which suggests that the temple was once located in a forest of bamboo.
    wat-ku-tao-5.jpg
  • Wat Ku Tao is an  unusual temple in Chiang Mai.  Its chedi is said to have been built in 1613 to hold the ashes and remains of Prince Saravadi - the Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The name "Ku Tao" comes from the northern Thai word tao for melon.  The temple's chedi is noteworthy for its unusual,  bulbous pagoda.  The structure is decorated with colourful porcelain tiles and represents five Buddhist monk's alms bowls.   This temple is also known as Wearuwanaram Vihan. Which suggests that the temple was once located in a forest of bamboo.
    wat-ku-tao-2.jpg
  • Wat Phra Singh Woramahaviharn is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai. King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) the older brother of the present King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), bestowed ithe status of Royal temple of the first grade in 1935.  The Wihan Luang  was replaced by the present building in 1925.
    phra-singh-7.jpg
  • Ho Trai at Wat Phra Singh the temple library is another prime example of classical Lanna architecture and it is one of the most beautiful temple libraries in Thailand. The guards, flanking the stairs, consist of lions emerging from the mouths of a Makara, a mythical water creature.  The structure is therwise known as Wat Phra Singh Library.
    ho-trai-3.jpg
  • Wat Phra Singh Woramahaviharn is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai. King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) the older brother of the present King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), bestowed ithe status of Royal temple of the first grade in 1935.
    phra-singh-5.jpg
  • Wat Phra Singh Woramahaviharn is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai. King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) the older brother of the present King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), bestowed ithe status of Royal temple of the first grade in 1935.  The Wihan Luang  was replaced by the present building in 1925.
    phra-singh-4.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807.  Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors.  This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni.  There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing  the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-04.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807.  Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors.  This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni.  There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing  the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-06.jpg
  • Wat Pongsanuk is a sacred temple in the Pongsanuk community of Lampang. It is estimated that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. This temple is situated at the center of the Pongsanuk community, which is made up of 151 homes and 838 residents. The temple is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-1.jpg
  • Wat Pongsanuk is a sacred temple in the Pongsanuk community of Lampang. It is estimated that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. This temple is situated at the center of the Pongsanuk community, which is made up of 151 homes and 838 residents. The temple is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-2.jpg
  • Wat Pongsanuk is a sacred temple in the Pongsanuk community of Lampang. It is estimated that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. This temple is situated at the center of the Pongsanuk community, which is made up of 151 homes and 838 residents. The temple is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-3.jpg
  • Wat Pongsanuk is a sacred temple in the Pongsanuk community of Lampang. It is estimated that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. This temple is situated at the center of the Pongsanuk community, which is made up of 151 homes and 838 residents. The temple is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-5.jpg
  • Wat Pongsanuk is a sacred temple in the Pongsanuk community of Lampang. It is estimated that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. This temple is situated at the center of the Pongsanuk community, which is made up of 151 homes and 838 residents. The temple is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-6.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807.  Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors.  This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni.  There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing  the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-05.jpg
  • Banging Thai Temple Gongs for good luck at the island temple of Red Lotus Lake in Kumphawapi Udon Thani Thailand.
    banging-gongs-2.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807.  Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors.  This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni.  There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing  the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-03.jpg
  • Buddhist Manuscript Library and Museum, Wat Chedi Luang - Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-22.jpg
  • Buddhist Manuscript Library and Museum, Wat Chedi Luang - Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-21.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-15.jpg
  • Banging Thai Temple Gongs for good luck at the island temple of Red Lotus Lake in Kumphawapi Udon Thani Thailand.
    banging-gongs-1.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-1.jpg
  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807.  Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors.  This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni.  There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing  the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
    wat-suthat-01.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-24.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-20.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-23.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-18.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-17.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-16.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-guardian-2.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-7.jpg
  • Wat Pho Reclining Buddha - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    reclining-buddha-01.jpg
  • Reclining Buddha at Wat Pongsanuk - a sacred temple in Lampang. It is said that this temple was erected in 1888 by Kru Ba Anochidhamma Jindamuni. The temple architecture is mixed with a Burmese temple floor plan consisting of a three tiered roof in the centre and phayathat - small upwards of three tier roofs in the same size decorated on the centre, Viharn Phra Chao Pun Ong, Pongsanuk Temple is the unique jewel of Mahayan Buddhism Architecture of Lanna Kingdom.  Following its restoration Wat Ponsanuk received a merit award from UNESCO for its efforts in restoration.
    pongsanuk-4.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    chedi-luang-1.jpg
  • Chanting Monks at Wat Chedi Luang or "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-2.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-4.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-5.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok,  located in the Rattanakosin Island, directly adjacent to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-5.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok,  located in the Rattanakosin Island, directly adjacent to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-2.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok,  located in the Rattanakosin Island, directly adjacent to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-1.jpg
  • Wat Pho Reclining Buddha - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    reclining-buddha-04.jpg
  • Wat Pho Reclining Buddha - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    reclining-buddha-02.jpg
  • Wat Pho Reclining Buddha - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    reclining-buddha-03.jpg
  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok,  located in the Rattanakosin Island, directly adjacent to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
    wat-pho-3.jpg
  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
    wat-chedi-luang-19.jpg
  • Chinese Pavilion at Wat Benchamabophit  - Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is also known as the marble temple and one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples typifying the ornate Thai style of gables, step roofs and elaborate details.  Construction of the temple began in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn to be near his palace nearby. A picture of the temple's facade is on the Thai five baht coin.
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  • Chinese Pavilion at Wat Benchamabophit  - Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is also known as the marble temple and one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples typifying the ornate Thai style of gables, step roofs and elaborate details.  Construction of the temple began in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn to be near his palace nearby. A picture of the temple's facade is on the Thai five baht coin.
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  • Wat Chedi Luang "temple of the big stupa" is a Buddhist temple in the historic center of Chiang Mai. King Saen Muang Ma began building Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century - its chedi was originally 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545 and was the tallest structure in Chiang Mai for over 500 years.
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  • Wat Pan Tao meaning "to increase 1,000 times." The temple was built in the late fourteenth century and was one of four monastic temples serving the royal temple next door: Wat  Chedi Luang.. The temple's most interesting feature is its teak  wooden wiharn, which was formerly a royal residence but the practice in Lanna was for each new king to built a new palace. The old palaces were often 'recycled' into other uses, especially in temples. Over the main entry door on the east end of the chapel is a large gilded wood carving depicting a peacock flanked by several other animals, some of which are mythical. The peacock was the symbol of the kings of Chiang Mai; this carving has appeared on stamps and other materials celebrating Chiang Mai's 700th anniversary.
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  • Wat Ku Tao is a highly unusual temple in Chiang Mai.  Its chedi is said to have been built in 1613 to hold the ashes and remains of Prince Saravadi the Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The name "Ku Tao" comes from the northern Thai word 'tao' for melon.  The temple's chedi is noteworthy for its unusual,  bulbous pagoda.  The structure is decorated with colourful porcelain tiles and represents five Buddhist monk's alms bowls.   This temple is also known as Wearuwanaram Vihan. Which suggests that the temple was once located in a forest of bamboo.
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  • Wat Ku Tao is a highly unusual temple in Chiang Mai.  Its chedi is said to have been built in 1613 to hold the ashes and remains of Prince Saravadi the Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The name "Ku Tao" comes from the northern Thai word 'tao' for melon.  The temple's chedi is noteworthy for its unusual,  bulbous pagoda.  The structure is decorated with colourful porcelain tiles and represents five Buddhist monk's alms bowls.   This temple is also known as Wearuwanaram Vihan. Which suggests that the temple was once located in a forest of bamboo.
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  • Wat Ku Tao is a highly unusual temple in Chiang Mai.  Its chedi is said to have been built in 1613 to hold the ashes and remains of Prince Saravadi the Burmese overlord of Chiang Mai. The name "Ku Tao" comes from the northern Thai word 'tao' for melon.  The temple's chedi is noteworthy for its unusual,  bulbous pagoda.  The structure is decorated with colourful porcelain tiles and represents five Buddhist monk's alms bowls.   This temple is also known as Wearuwanaram Vihan. Which suggests that the temple was once located in a forest of bamboo.
    wat-ku-tao-6.jpg
  • Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is also known as the marble temple and one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples typifying the ornate Thai style of gables, step roofs and elaborate details.  Construction of the temple began in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn to be near his palace nearby. A picture of the temple's facade is on the Thai five baht coin.
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  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
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  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
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  • Wat Suthat Thepwararam, usually called Wat Suthat by Bangkok residents, is a royal temple of the first grade, one of only six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by His Majesty King Rama I in 1807. Further construction was carried out by King Rama II who even helped carve the wooden doors. This temple contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni. There are 28 pagodas around the base, symbolizing the 28 Buddhas born on this earth
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  • Chanting Novice Monks at Wat Pan Tao - meaning "to increase 1,000 times." The temple was built in the late fourteenth century and was one of four monastic temples serving the royal temple next door: Wat  Chedi Luang.. The temple's most interesting feature is its teak  wooden wiharn, which was formerly a royal residence but the practice in Lanna was for each new king to built a new palace. The old palaces were often 'recycled' into other uses, especially in temples. Over the main entry door on the east end of the chapel is a large gilded wood carving depicting a peacock flanked by several other animals, some of which are mythical. The peacock was the symbol of the kings of Chiang Mai; this carving has appeared on stamps and other materials celebrating Chiang Mai's 700th anniversary.
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  • Buddha at Wat Phra Pathom - the temple claims to being Thailand's oldest Buddhist temple, dating back to the 6th century, although the present structure is mostly the handiwork of King Mongkut and his successors. The stupa is said to house a relic of the Buddha, but you can circumambulate the chedi in the inner courtyard. The temple is officially called Phra Pathommachedi and is located in the town of Nakhon Pathom. The name Phra Pathommachedi means Holy Chedi of the Beginning.
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  • Wat Kalayanamit sits along the west bank of the Chao Phraya and is popular among the Chinese community. The temple was founded  by a Chinese nobleman who donated land to built the temple.  The viharn is built inThai style, but other temple structures were built in Chinese style.  Inside the viharn is a huge Buddha named Phraputtatrirattananayok, measuring 15 meters tall and 11 meters wide - so large that it nearly fills the interior of the hall.  During Chinese New Years Wat Kalayanamit is crowded with thousands of Chinese and Thai-Chinese worshipers and visitors.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok,  located in the Rattanakosin Island, directly adjacent to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
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  • Wat Kalayanamit sits along the west bank of the Chao Phraya and is popular among the Chinese community. The temple was founded  by a Chinese nobleman who donated land to built the temple.  The viharn is built inThai style, but other temple structures were built in Chinese style.  Inside the viharn is a huge Buddha named Phraputtatrirattananayok, measuring 15 meters tall and 11 meters wide - so large that it nearly fills the interior of the hall.  During Chinese New Years Wat Kalayanamit is crowded with thousands of Chinese and Thai-Chinese worshipers and visitors.
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  • Lighting Votive Candles at Wat Doi Suthep - its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Kalayanamit sits along the west bank of the Chao Phraya and is popular among the Chinese community. The temple was founded  by a Chinese nobleman who donated land to built the temple.  The viharn is built inThai style, but other temple structures were built in Chinese style.  Inside the viharn is a huge Buddha named Phraputtatrirattananayok, measuring 15 meters tall and 11 meters wide - so large that it nearly fills the interior of the hall.  During Chinese New Years Wat Kalayanamit is crowded with thousands of Chinese and Thai-Chinese worshipers and visitors.
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  • Naga at Wat Doi Suthep - its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Lighting Votive Candles at Wat Doi Suthep - its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
    doi-suthep-votive-0001.jpg
  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Pho Carp Pond - Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in  Bangkok right next to to the Grand Palace.  Its official full name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. The temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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  • Wat Doi Suthep - or its official name Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as simply "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on. The temple is a sacred site to many Thai people.
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