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 Wat Chiang Man is the oldest temple in Chiang Mai. It was constructed in 1296 by King Mengrai, the founder of Chiang Mai. The temple features typical Northern Thai temple architecture and contains several old artifacts. Wat Chiang Man houses two very important and venerated Buddha figures - Phra Sila (a marble bas-relief Buddha supposed to have come from Sri Lanka 2,000 years ago) and Phra Satang Man (a crystal Buddha from Lopburi, thought to be about 1,800 years old).
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 Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of the most famous temples of Chiang Mai and is located on the peaks of Doi Suthep 15 km from the city of Chiang Mai. The temple is said to be founded in 1383 when the first chedi was built. Over time the temple has expanded, and been made to look more extravagant with many more holy shrines added. A road to the temple was first built in 1935. The temple and the temple ground are considered sacred and is an important pilgrimage destination during Buddhist holidays. The temple’s location also affords superb views over the city on a clear day. |
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 Wat Chedi Luang, built about 600 years ago is one of the most impressive temples of Chiang Mai. Wat Chedi Luang’s massive Lanna-style chedi (pagoda) is visible from any part of the city. The chedi was damaged in an earthquake in 1545 and now only two-thirds of it remains. Wat Chedi Luang was the home of the Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most sacred cultural treasure. The original Emerald Buddha is now in Bangkok, and a jade replica is sitting in its place. The temple is located on Phrapokklao Road. |
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 Wat Jet Yot was built in the 15th century to host the eighth World Buddhist Council in 1477. The design is based on the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodhgaya, India, site of the Buddha’s enlightenment. The name Jet Yot (seven spires) refers to the design of the temple’s chedi with seven towers. The temple is located just north of the city next to the National Museum. |
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 Wat Suan Dok was built by Phaya Keu Na, the sixth Lanna king, in 1373 to serve as a retreat for a revered monk from Sukothai. The name Suan Dok means field of flowers. The large prayer hall is unusual due to the fact that it is open on the sides instead of enclosed. There are a large number of chedis housing the ashes of the rulers of Chiang Mai. Wat Suan Dok is located on Suthep Road just outside the city walls. |
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 Wat Phra Singh located at the end of Ratchadamnoen Road is Chiang Mai’s most visited Buddhist Temple. Wat Phra Singh was built in the 14th century by King Pha Yu to enshrine the ashes of his father King Kam Fu. The temple houses the Phra Singh Buddha image, Chiang Mai’s most revered Buddha image, which was brought to Thailand from Sri Lanka. The main hall of the temple dates back to 1512. |
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 Wat U-Mong is built in the foothills of the heavily forested Suthep Mountain in the west of the city, near Chiang Mai University. This famous meditation temple is unique in its large tunnel-like construction. The temple and its tunnels were built in the late 14th century. Wat U-Mong is known for its concrete Buddha who is shown to be seated and fasting, and the hundreds of Buddhist proverbs posted on trees throughout its grounds. |
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