Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Chiang Mai day Trips to Doi Suthep

Chiang Mai day Trips to the most important temple of Chiang Mai


A must see, on any visit to Chiang Mai, is the wondrous and holy temple of  Wat Phra Thart Doi Suthep; the spectacular Buddhist temple that can be found, from wherever you occur to be in the town, clinging to the mountainside near the summit of Doi Suthep National Park.
Phra That Doi Suthep Temple is the most important and visible signpost, and overlooks the city from its forested hills backdrop. This temple is fifteen km. from city , 3,520 feet higher than sea level, and dates from 1383. The temple is approached on foot by climbing a steep Naga staircase comprising 306 steps. The less active can ascend by railcars. The temple’s pagoda contains holy Buddha relics, and attracts Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world throughout the year. The temple compound offers an spine-tingling view of Chiangmai city and around countryside.

Chiang Mai day Trips to Doi Suthep - Pui National Park : Budget Tour Fee 500 Baht/person.
Visit Doi Suthep temple, the most important temple in Chiang mai thailand, situated on a hill overlooking the ctit town. After that we travel to visit the royal winter palace in Chiangmai where the Thai king stays with his family during seasonal visits to the northern part of the country Or tourist a quaint and chocolate box Karen village set in at attractive visit hillside spot and see the Karen tribesmen dressed in their colorful traditional costumes.