Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
Category: Religious Sites > Temples
This 14th century Temple, where the City Pillar Shrine is located, is famous for its enormous chedi, which is measured at 282 feet high and 144 feet wide (at the base). "Luang" means "large" in northern dialect, and as the name suggests, Wat Chedi Luang Temple is home to Chiang Mai's largest Buddhist chedi built featuring 98 meters tall and 54 meters in diameter. The construction of the original chedi was completed in 1481 during the reign of King Mengrai.
But the current Chedi Luang is an restoration according to the deconstruction of the chedi in 1545 due to an earthquake. The ordination hall located in the front is also an example of beautiful Lanna architecture with its serpents are probably one of the most remembered elements. Opening hours: Daily 8.00 am-5.00 p
But the current Chedi Luang is an restoration according to the deconstruction of the chedi in 1545 due to an earthquake. The ordination hall located in the front is also an example of beautiful Lanna architecture with its serpents are probably one of the most remembered elements. Opening hours: Daily 8.00 am-5.00 p
Address:
103 Phra Pokklao Road, Phra Sing, Chiang Mai , 50200
Phone: +66 5381 43089