Chiang Mai Doi Suthep
October 24, 2017 by David Herd
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Chiang Mai Doi Suthep
Chiang Mai Doi Suthep, this temple is often referred to as “Doi Suthep” although this is actually the name of the mountain where it’s located. Perched on top of the mountain 15 kms from the city.
You have a choice
Climb the 300 steps to the top or take the tram. I compromised by taking the tram up & walking down. 🙂
At peace among the trees
Our driver told us there were 2,200 temples in Chiang Mai province.
Lots of gold here.
Featuring a photo of the new King.
Lots of Thai people paying respect.
As well as Thai there seemed to be a lot of Chinese tourists.
Lots of steps
Lots of steps & it was a very hot day, like most days in Thailand. 🙂
A view of Chiang Mai
The view from the Temple.
Posing with the bell.
My friend Steven Bates & I taking a photo opportunity at the Chiang Mai Province Sacred site.
Naga decoration
Background on Thailand: A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy. In alliance with Japan during World War II, Thailand became a US ally following the conflict.
Chiang Mai Doi Suthep
Steve has found a new friend.
More elephants
Magnificent animals, magnificent statues. 🙂
Shame about the advertising.
The signs do seem out of place here.
It’s a long way down.
As I said earlier I took the steps. 🙂
I really like this shot. 🙂
The children look great in their traditional clothes.
Coffee time before heading to our hotel.
The coffee here is quite famous, sadly I prefer Starbucks. 🙂
Asia’s best coffee
Is the claim, this nice lady ran the coffee shop.
That’s all folks
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