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Wat Pa Doi Phra Bat Attractions in Chiang Rai Ban Du, Muang Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai. Is a temple that people pay much attention to Is a place of Buddha's footprint Stamped on a large stone On the hill First discovered in World War II, the former military knew only that it was an old temple located in this area.

 

Believed to be built during the reign of King Mengrai the Great Formerly known as Wat Pa Doi Phra Bat From the founding of the footprint and the restoration of the laterite and brick, a lot of foreigners brought the laterite to prove. Archaeological evidence found that it is an ancient green stone that dates from the 18th-23rd centuries.

 

In 1996, Mae Lawan built a monument covering the footprint of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great and built a staircase up to the footprint of 942 steps near the monastery. Believe that The nectar pond.

 

Previously, there would be water flowing all the time. At present, there is no water flowing out. The area below, in addition to the old temple, is also constructed of stucco, various animal shapes. And statues of hell in the landscape as well.

 

In August of 2003, a type of jewelry, such as a crown, hair pin, gold and silver were found. While preparing for the construction of a new temple Which is believed to be the ancient King Meng Rai the Great.

 

And every year, around May, there will be bathing Buddha's footprint With many activities, there is a contest of fireballs Which is believed to be a rain request And traveling up to worship the Buddha's footprint, the bell tower, the holiday hall.