Wat Chiang Yuen, Chiang Mai

Name: Wat Chiang Yuen
Address: Chiang Mai, Thailand

#26 among attractions in Chiang Mai

Temple, Sacred and religious sites

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Wat Chiang Yuen is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand, located north of the Old City, about 600 metres east of Wat Lok Moli. First built in 1500s, Lanna kings historically paid homage to the Phra Suppunyu Chao Buddha image at the temple before their coronation. The temple was abandoned during Burmese rule, and was reconstructed in 1794 by King Kawila. The temple is known for its large chedi, which has a whitewashed square base guarded by Burmese chinthe on each corner, an octagonal middle section dotted with porcelain flowers, and a five-tiered hti crowning the stupa. The Lanna-style sala is buttressed by two elaborately decorated poles called tagundaing, each topped by a hamsa. ()

Local name: วัดเชียงยืน Coordinates: 18°47'47"N, 98°59'19"E

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Wat Chiang Yuen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chiang Man, Wat Lok Moli.

0.7 miSW
Restored 14th-century Buddhist temple
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18°47'46"N • 98°58'14"E
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wat Chiang Yuen?

Nearby attractions include Wat Chiang Man, Chiang Mai (5 min walk), Wat Lok Moli, Chiang Mai (10 min walk), Wat Ku Tao, Chiang Mai (11 min walk), Three Kings Monument Square, Chiang Mai (12 min walk).

How to get to Wat Chiang Yuen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wat Chiang Yuen:

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Chang Phuak Bus Station (8 min walk)
คิวรถ หนองตอง (21 min walk)