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WAT PHRATHAT DOI SUTHEP

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A temple steeped in legend, distinguished by its magnificent chedi, covered with superbly engraved gold plates...

Wat Doi Suthep is a must-see in Chiang Mai. Situated at an altitude of 1,075 metres, it can be seen from anywhere in the city and is the city's guardian temple. It is one of the most revered Buddhist sites in Northern Thailand. Legend has it that a relic was brought to Chiang Mai in 1371. To consecrate it, the relic was placed on the back of an elephant, which made its way up the mountain. When the elephant stopped, the relic was buried there. The first chedi was built here, and since then the site has been constantly enlarged and embellished. The temple can be reached by funicular railway, or by climbing the 309 steps of the country's largest Naga staircase, which is a small price to pay for a fine view of the city and the Ping River. The architecture is influenced by Sukhothai and Burmese styles. At the entrance are statues of elephants and a Hindu Ganesh, prayed to for overcoming obstacles. The present temple dates back to the 16th century, but has been restored and enlarged in subsequent centuries. The 24-metre-high chedi is magnificent, covered with superbly engraved gold plates. Surrounding it are four golden umbrellas glinting in the sunlight, golden Buddhas and green and orange glass Buddhas - the whole ensemble is literally dazzling! You'll need to walk clockwise around the chedi three times to pray to the sacred relic. A superb panorama of the city awaits you at the top. Legend has it that couples who climb them together remain united for life.

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Clea.gpn
Visited in november 2018
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Un magnifique temple bouddhiste. Au sommet des collines surplombant la vue, la visite de ce temple offre une vue grandiose sur toute la ville de CHiang Mai et la vallée qui l'entoure. On y accède facilement depuis le centre ville avec les "taxis rouges". Le bouddha en émeraude est un des incontournables à admirer dans ce temple.
Morwé
Visited in december 2018
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Un de mes chouchous à Chiang Mai, pour son stupa doré, son ambiance et sa vue sur la ville! Les escaliers sont rudes, mais ça en vaut la peine.
tchong
Visited in november 2019
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Magnifique temple
Pas très loin de la ville, le trajet se fait avec des petits bus locaux pas très cher. Le prix de l'entrée est vraiment dérisoire 40 baths. C'est un lieu sacré très beau et reposant. Il y a possibilité de se faire bénir par un moine moyennant une donation. A proximité beaucoup de petits stands (nourriture et souvenirs).
Je recommande vivement ce temple.
fute_546540
Visited in december 2018
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Site de WHAT PHRATHAT DOI SUTHEP
Non seulement ce site sacré et constitué d'éléments très variés et originaux mais le site domine la région et quand la brune est absente permet un joli tour d'horizon.
A fréquenter si possible tôt en matinée pour éviter les embouteillages et être plus au calme
Leny64
Visited in december 2018
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escapade N.O de Chiang Mai
l'aller-retour au Wat Doi Suthep + la visite tiennent largement sur la matinée ; symbole du grand escalier à monter en couple assez sympa ! à coupler avec la visite du Bubbing Palace à qqs kms plus haut

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