Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

• TypeTemple
• CountryThailand
• BaseChiang Mai
• Coordinates18.8050, 98.9216

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. The temple is often referred to as "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain where it is located. It is a sacred site to many Thai people.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Visiting tips

• Shared red songthaew trucks run up the mountain from the zoo area.
• Best season in Thailand: November to March.
• Carry water, sun protection and clothing suitable for religious sites where relevant.

Location map

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Where to stay nearby

The most convenient base is Chiang Mai. Recommended areas: Old City (temples on every corner, inside the moat); Nimmanhaemin (cafés, boutiques and modern condos); Riverside (quieter boutique hotels near the night bazaar).

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