Wat Phra Kaeo, Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
The temple features traditional Thai architecture with ornate decorations, gilded structures, and detailed wall murals depicting Buddhist stories and teachings.
The temple gained prominence in 1434 when a lightning strike revealed the presence of the Emerald Buddha statue within its walls.
Buddhist ceremonies and religious practices continue throughout the year, making the temple a center for spiritual activities in northern Thailand.
The temple opens daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with visitors required to wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees.
The temple housed the Emerald Buddha statue for several centuries before its relocation to Bangkok in the 18th century.
Location: Wiang
GPS coordinates: 19.91180,99.82790
Latest update: May 12, 2025 08:28
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