Tour to Doi Suthep Temple

Overlooking the town from its mount throne, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of the north's most consecrated temples.

Doi Suthep Temple is on the hill top. This Buddhist location of venerate dates back to the year 1383 when the primary chedi was created. It is an glorious pilgrim site for the charitable and a lore featuring a white elephant connected to this venerated site. You can find hectic views of Chiang Mai city and its surroundings from the top of this mountain.

The Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of probably the most honored and divine Buddhist destinations in Thailand. About 15 kms. from Chiangmai the temple sits upon the Doi Suthep montane. One can get beautiful views from its locality.

 

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep propose you shiny golden pagoda, on the terrace down the hill you'll be entertained the done scenic views of whole Chiangmai old town and wonderful countryside perspective while the sunlight is rising behind Chiangmai old city and mountain, The daylight golden sky and views becomes gorgeous paintings. The sound of temple bells, the monks chanting and charming look of Chiangmai will fill you heart. Morning life on that wat is etched in your mind.

History

Construction on Doi Suthep Temple began in 1386 under King Kuena (r.1367-88) and was completed within a few years. The temple neat was periodically expanded and embellished over the following centuries. Construction would have been an arduous task, with workers having to carry supplies through thick jungle: the street leading to the temple was only installed in 1935. The modern paved road was a joint effort of communities throughout the Chiangmai region, each of whom contributed 1,300-foot sections.

 

In the temple enigmatic are a number of pavilions, chedi, statuary and viharns. The pavilions contain the living quarters for monks. A small museum with ancient relics, photographs and old items of wat wares can also be visited. The Phra Ubosot or ordination hall is the point where the prayers take spot. Striking a series of small bells in the complex is believed to bring good fortune. Whenever there is wind on all sides the atmosphere is filled with the sounds of wat bells adding to the silence and stillness of this dainty point. The main sanctuary and stupa is surrounded by a veranda traveller can walk through. The walls of the terrace are covered with picturesque mural paintings, that tell the story of the Jataka and the earlier lives of the Buddha.

The first is a 306 step beautiful vertical walk up the mount. The stairs are flanked by huge Naga monsters. The King of nagas is an marine creature from Buddhist legend in the form of a large serpents. If you don’t feel like walking, there is a elevator to take you up in comfort.

Most Thai traveler come to make an offering usually flowers, candles, incense, and small squares of gold leaf that are applied to a favored Buddha or to the exterior of a stupa and to be blessed. Believers kneel down and touch their foreheads to the ground three times in hallow. Some shake prayer sticks to learn their fortune. The Doi Suthep Temple is one of the foremost important temples of Northern Thailand. During the Buddhist holidays of Visakha Bucha day and Makha Bucha Day Thai people come to this temple in great numbers.

Ticket : Doi Suthep Temple (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 railway to the top for 50 Thb.

Doi Suthep Temple is quite stunning and well worthwhile a visit It's a must do when visiting Chiangmai.

 

How to go : Get here early or late to escape the crowds. To get here, take a red truck from in front of the zoo, at the western end of Huai Kaeo road. The ticket fee is 50 Thb going up and 40B for the Palace. The ride can get cold, so bring a jersey or jacket. The car stops at the base of the naga staircase. Another option you can contact Chiang Mai tour agency .This tour is available in two alternatives join with group tour or private tour . The private option provides you better convenient and you can spend as much or as few time at any of the spots that you tour. Unlike the tight and fixed schedules of budget tours, the private option allows you to do the tour at your own pace. This half day tour is a most worthwhile one. You can simplify matters by booking a half-day trip though any tour agency in Chiangmai for all-around 600B, including a stop at Winter palace or Meo Village that you can choose one.