Worship and ask for blessings at Phra That Doi Suthep

#VisitChiangMai Phra That Doi Suthep It would be impossible to visit Chiang Mai without visiting the most important sacred place here, which is Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan. Especially the golden Chiang Saen-style pagoda that anyone who sees it must feel faith. Chiang Mai people have respected Phra That Doi Suthep since ancient times. It is not far from Chiang Mai city. It takes only a short distance to get there. There are some steep curves and roads. There are both cyclists and runners on the side of the road. Be careful. Phra That Doi Suthep is about 689 meters above the Chiang Mai plain and 1,046 meters above sea level. In ancient times, traveling up to pay homage was quite difficult. Until 2,100 B.E., Phra Maha Yan Mongkhon Phothi of Wat Ashokaram in Lamphun Province built Naga stairs on both sides to make it more convenient for people to go up and pay homage. And during the time of Khru Ba Srivichai, a long road was built from Chiang Mai Zoo, through Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and ended at Phuping Palace. The road built is 11.53 kilometers long, making it convenient for the general public to travel up. There are 2 routes to choose from to pay homage: Walk up the seven-headed Naga stairs, which have 306 steps in total. It takes about half an hour to walk up. This Naga stairs is also a popular photo spot for tourists. Take the electric tram. For those who are not comfortable, there is also a service. The price for going up and down is 20 baht per person (for Thais) and 50 baht per person (for foreigners). It is open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. #Wat Phra That Doi Suthep #Visit Chiang Mai #Missing nature