Rating: 3.5/5 (4 votes)

Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 08.00 - 17.00

 

Wat Klang Wiang Attractions in Chiang Rai Wiang, Muang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai. The temple is located in the heart of Wiang Chiang Rai. There is a city pillar in Chiang Rai. Built since the year 1975, the original villagers call Wat Nan Tata or Chan World Temple because the temple had a large red sandalwood tree.

 

Considered a sacred wood, used to worship the Buddha according to ancient customs Until when the new Chiang Rai city surveying And found that this temple is in the center of the city Therefore established the navel, wall, or city pillar.

 

At present, the old town pillars have been falling for a long time. In 1992, a new city pillar was erected in a pumpkin-shaped spire.

 

Area of the original city pillar Outside, there are statues of Tao Jattulokban. Serving to protect the umbilical wall according to the belief of Lanna people As for the position that had the red sandalwood tree in it At present, the temple has built a pagoda around the base with an elephant stand. The temple has been rebuilt according to the Lanna architectural style.

 

Travel: Private car from Singha Kai Rd. Head out of the city, turn right into Rattana Khet Road, passing the Provincial Police Office, Chiang Rai Province, about 200 meters through the first intersection. The temple is on the right.