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    Wat Phra Singh is one of the most famous and beautiful temples in Chiang Mai. It is located right in the old city center and immediately stands out with its golden stupa and ornate buildings full of ...

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Temples, or "Wats" as they are called here in Southeast Asia, are everywhere—even if you weren’t specifically looking for them. Chiang Mai is famous for its impressive collection of Buddhist temples. Scattered throughout the city and its surroundings, you’ll find dozens of centuries-old wats, each with unique architecture and its own atmosphere. The most important temples in the city are Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang. On the mountain lies Wat Doi Suthep, often simply called Wat Suthep.

Here is a small selection below.

 

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