The temple is very busy but that doesn’t seem to detract from its appeal. There are a lot of Thai people there as it is a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists. The road up is very steep and winding which was fun for riding a motorbike up, although be warned the last bend is a U-turn which can catch you... more

Doi Suthep is perched on a hill alike many temples in the Chiang Mai region. Then again they make the most beautiful ones don't they? Doi Suthep is no exception. As you drive up, you will hit a Hmong tribe village where the car park is. Many tour buses wait around here too. There are two ways to get up... more

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep located above Chaing Mai was a beautiful and spiritual experience. Why did it take my breath away and make me feel like crying? I don't know but but I received blessings from monks, prayed at the feet of Budda, hung bells in honor of my departed family, and rung the bells. I can't put it... more

E’ situato a 16 Km a nord-ovest di Chiang Mai. La leggenda narra di un elefante bianco che, fuggito con... more