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Find out how below 👇🏼 Ever wanted to speak to a monk but not sure how to approach them? We were lucky to stumble upon a ‘Monk Chat’ and got to ask monks all of our probing questions around Buddhism and their daily life. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁? 👀 The ‘Monk Chat’ is simply that. It’s a friendly chat with a monk. The topics are entirely up to you, and it also provides them with a chance to improve their English. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲? 📍 ‘Monk Chat’ sessions are held at various temples in Chiang Mai, such as Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Doi Suthap, Wat Sri Suphan, and Wat Suan Dok. The most frequent one is at Wat Chedi Luang, occurring daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Would you be interested in chatting to a monk? . . . . #chiangmai #chiangmaithailand #monk #travelthailand #uniquetravel #travelnow #interestingplaces
wafflesandlamingtons
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8 MUST VISIT TEMPLES IN CHIANG MAI: 🛕Wat Sri Suphan Known as the silver temple, you will see why! This temple was originally built in the Mangrai dynasty but has now been renovated to include pop culture references. Visit and see how many you can find. But note, women are not allowed inside this temple 🛕Wat Rajamontean A very small Buddhist temple, with a huge statue of Buddha right off the main road. You won’t find many other people here when you visit. The stairway up to the temple is so photogenic 🛕Wat Lok Moli Right across the street from the above temple, make a quick stop in to see the ornate details 🛕Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Probably the most famous temple in Chiang Mai, but also the furthest from the city. This temple will require a taxi ride up the hill, and many stairs to climb, but the views are totally worth it! 🛕Wat Pha Lat Don’t skip this one if you are already visiting Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, it’s on the way back to Chiang Main center and way less crowded! 🛕Wat Suan Dok One of the more quiet temples that also features a historic mausoleum 🛕Wat Phra Singh Woranahawihan Notable by its many gold pagodas, this is a beautiful kept temple with lots of greenery. Google says it doesn’t open till 9am, but I think it opens way earlier, as it was already crowded when we arrived at 9am. 🛕Wat Chedi Luang Smack dab in the heart of Chiang Mai, this might not be the prettiest temple, but definitely the most significant as the main pillar is believed to protect the city of Chiang Mai. You can’t go wrong with stopping by any of the many temples in Chiang Mai that look interesting to you as you pass by. They are all so different and unique. 📌 Save this for easy future planning! #chiangmaithailand #chiangmaitrip #chiangmai #thailandtemple #thailandtravel #visitthailand #visitchiangmai
thatonepointofview
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These are the temples🐉in Thailand that you can’t miss: 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐨𝐤 - Wat Arun Temple, Wat Pho Temple, Ayutthaya, Wat Benchamabophit 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐢 - Wat Rong Khun, Wat Suan Dok 𝐏𝐡𝐮𝐤𝐞𝐭 - Big Buddha, Wat Srisoonthorn 📌 Save this post for later and enjoy Thailand‼️ . . . . #wonderfulplaces #beautifuldestinations #travelbloggers #tlpicks #lonelyplanet #passionpassport #beautifulmatters #americanstyle #prettylittletrips#dametraveler #sheisnotlost #wearetravelgirls #luxurylifestyle #liketkit #ltktravel #thailandinsider #thailandtravel #discoverthailand #thailand_vacations #amazingthailand #temple #thailand_allshots #beautifulhotels #bangkok #watarun
flavialatina.travels
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Wat Suan Dok - A Temple of Serenity and History Wat Suan Dok, located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is a beautiful and historically significant temple known for its tranquil ambiance and cultural richness. Built in the 14th century, the temple’s name translates to “Flower Garden Temple,” as it was constructed on the site of a former royal flower garden. This temple is not only a spiritual hub but also a site of great historical and architectural value. Key Features of Wat Suan Dok: 1. The Golden Chedi: • The temple is home to a towering golden chedi, which stands at 48 meters tall and houses sacred Buddhist relics. This chedi is a striking feature that dominates the temple grounds and reflects traditional Lanna architecture. 2. White Stupas: • Surrounding the temple are numerous white stupas, which contain the ashes of members of Chiang Mai’s royal family. These stupas add a serene and sacred atmosphere to the temple grounds. 3. The Main Prayer Hall (Viharn): • The prayer hall is spacious and houses a large Buddha statue, making it an ideal place for meditation and reflection. The hall’s intricate design and calm environment are perfect for spiritual seekers. 4. Monk Chats: • Wat Suan Dok offers a unique opportunity for visitors to engage in “monk chats.” This program allows visitors to speak with Buddhist monks, learn about Buddhism, and discuss spiritual and cultural topics in an open and friendly environment. 5. Meditation Retreats: • The temple is also known for its meditation retreats, which attract both locals and international visitors looking to deepen their spiritual practice. Why Visit Wat Suan Dok? • Cultural Significance: The temple offers a glimpse into the rich cultural and
K. Aksoy
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Chiang Mai : Wat Suan Dok Wat Suan Dok a été fondée par le roi Kue Na de Lanna pour le moine Sumana Thera dans l'année 1370. La grande cloche haute de 48 mètres en forme Chedi construit dans un style du Sri Lanka peut être vue de loin. La relique du Bouddha est contenue à l'intérieur. Les escaliers sur les quatre côtés à l'origine ont conduit à la terrasse étroite encerclant le Chedi mais ceux-ci ont depuis été remplacés par des rampes, les balustres qui sont décorées avec sept têtes Nàgas émergents de la bouche des makaras, ce qui est typique pour le style classique Lanna . La grande sala kan prian (salle du sermon) est directement à l'est du Chedi principal et a été construite en 1932 par le célèbre moine Phra Krubra Srivichai. Les principales statues de Bouddha à l'intérieur du sala kan prian sont placés de telle sorte qu'elles regardent dans des directions opposées. La statue du Bouddha assis en méditation regarde vers l'est, tandis que l'autre statue, un Bouddha debout, fait face à l'ouest vers le Chedi. Placé en face de la statue, dans une assise, se trouve un petit Bouddha dans le style Lanna, créé à l'époque du roi Kue Na. Les pieds de cette statue sont inhabituels en ce que les orteils sont, influencé par le style Sri Lanka, formés individuellement. Le ubosot récemment rénové contient un Bouddha de 4,70 m de haut en bronze dans la posture Bhumisparsha-Mudra, qui a été coulé en 1504 pendant le règne du roi Mueang Kaeo. La statue, qui porte le nom de Phra Chao Kao Mar, est remarquable en ce que les doigts du Bouddha sont tous de la même longueur, indicative de l'influence de Sukhothai, mais avec des robes représentés dans le style du royaume d'Ayutthaya. Un regroupement de mausolées blancs, qui abritent les cendres de crémation des membres de la famille royale de Chiang Mai, est dans le quart nord-ouest de l'enceinte du temple. Chiang Mai : Wat Suan Dok Wat Suan Dok was founded by King Kue Na of Lanna for the monk Sumana Thera in the year 1370. The large 48 meter high bell shaped chedi—built in a Sri Lankan style—can be seen from far. The relic of the Buddha is said to be contained within. Stairs on all four sides originally led up to the narrow terrace encircling the chedi but these have since been replaced by ramps, the balusters of which are decorated with seven-headed nāgas emerging from the mouths of makaras, as is typical for the classic Lanna style. The large sala kan prian (sermon hall) is directly east of the main chedi. It was built in 1932 by the famous monk Phra Krubra Srivichai, who also had an ubosot built as well as the main chedi restored. The main Buddha statues inside the sala kan prian are placed so that they look out at opposite directions. The statue of the Buddha seated in meditation looks towards the east, whereas the other statue, a standing Buddha holding a bundle of straw, faces west towards the chedi. Placed in front of the seated statue one finds a smaller Buddha in the Lanna-style, created during King Kue Na's time. The feet of this statue are unusual in that the toes are, influenced by Sri Lanka, individually formed. Flanking the images are more statues of the Buddha, some of which are from the 1930s. The recently renovated ubosot contains a 4.70 m (15.4 ft) high bronze Buddha statue in the Bhumisparsha-Mudra posture, which was cast in 1504 CE during the rule of King Mueang Kaeo. The statue, which carries the name Phra Chao Kao Tue, is remarkable in that the fingers of the Buddha are all of the same length, indicative of influence from Sukhothai, but with robes depicted in the style of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. A grouping of white washed mausoleums, which house the cremation ashes of members of the royal family of Chiang Mai, is in the northwestern quarter of the temple grounds.
Yves Jacques (Ban Houay Hay Lao P.D.R.)
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Lovely quiet place of worship in the middle of the hustle and bustle of chiang mai. Spacious temple grounds and is right beside the buddhist/monk university. To get inside the pagoda building, foreigners will need to pay entrance fee of 20 thb. The temple ground is so peaceful in the evenings. If you follow the signage "Monk chat" in the temple grounds, you will reach a small building where you can chat with monks or register for a 2 day/1 day meditation camp. Monk chat is free and you can ask any questions to the monk there. I had a wonderful conversation with Phra Sonethavy who hails from Laos and is currently studying at the university and is also the president of the Monk Chat club. Definitely make time to come here and chat with them. Even better, join the meditation camp. I wanted to, but my schedule did not really allow for it. Such a pity.😣 There is a clean and well maintained toilet. It runs on donation so do contribute some money after you have used the facilities.
Junzies Lee
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139 Suthep Rd, Tambon Su Thep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Wat Suan Dok, also known as Wat Buppharam is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. It is a Royal Temple of the Third Class. The temple is on Suthep Road, approximately one kilometre west of Suan Dok gate at the west side of the moat.
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