Friday, June 06, 2008

Wat Suan Dok, Chiang Mai

Wat Suan Dok, Chiang Mai
Wat Suan Dok, Chiang Mai, originally uploaded by HellonEarth2006.

No visit to Chiang Mai would be complete without seeing at least one of the many wats(buddhist temples) that the city is famous for. This one is situated outside of the moated city and dates back to the 14th century. It was built by King Keu Na of Lanna and there are numerous chedi in the grounds that contain the remains of members from the former Chiang Mai Royal Family.

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