Here is the second part of our 2 part blog on the temples of Chiang Mai. Read the first part here. Wat Sri Suphan Wat Sri Suphan is the ‘Silver Temple’ Of Chiang Mai. Over two centuries ago, silversmiths from Burma’s Kengtung area settled in the nearby Wua Lai area. Today, this neighbourhood continues to showcase the remarkable talents of silversmiths and lacquerware artists. In 1500 CE, King Mueangkaew commissioned the original wihan. The ordination hall (Ubosot) and chedi were added nine years later. The wihan and chedi underwent two major reconstructions: first between 1860-1863 CE under Kawilorot Suriyawong’s reign, and again in 1993 CE, both to repair the ravages…

Chiang Mai is a city steeped in spirituality and tradition. While we did see glistening golden chedis, it was the intricately carved wooden structures that we were mesmerized by. These structures actually offered a glimpse into Thailand’s rich history and deep-rooted faith. Our journey through the temples of Chiang Mai temples was a profound experience and made us love Chiang Mai even more. Thai Buddhist temple architecture In Thai, the word for temple is “Wat.” Thai Buddhist temple architecture features several signature elements that make these structures both unique and fascinating: Beyond these primary elements, you might find additional structures in Chiang Mai, that add to the temple’s charm and…