Buddhist Lenten Pilgrimage:
Pay Homage to Nine Temples in Chiang Rai Province
There is a traditional believe that one should pay respect to nine pagodas or nine temples in a period of one day at least once in their life. It is believed that this is one supreme act of devotion to their religion.
The Cultural Office of Chiang Rai has made preparation to facilitate visits by Buddhist devotees who want to make in nine temples in one day. All of these temples ate located within Muang district of Chiang Rai province which makes the visits quite convenient.
Wat Phra That Doi Jom Thong
Wat Phra That Doi Jom Thong, is located on Doi Jom Thong at Wiang sub-district of Muang, Chiang Rai. Ths ancient tempe was constructed in the year 1262 AD or about three centuries before the city of Chiang Rai was established. A chedi is located at this hill is said to contain a Buddha relic that Phra Bhudhakosa brought from Lanka and were turned over to Phrachao Pangkarat in the year 940 AD. Also located here is the City Pillar, which symbolizes the heart of the city of Chiang Rai.
Wat Doi Ngam Muang
Wat Doi Ngam Muang, is located at Ban Horm Doi, which is at the foot of Jom Thong Hill is an ancient temple. A stupa containtng the ashes of King Mengrai the great was interned here by Phaya Chai Songkram in the year 1317. Phaya Sanchata Ngeun Khong built this temple in the year 1487 and was later restored by Chao Fah yod Ngam Muang in the year 1677 AD
Wat Phra Kaew
At present, there is a new ubosota hall or building houses the recent copy of the Emerald Buddha or Phra Yok (literally Jade Buddha) of Chiang Rai.
Wat Phra Singh, located along the Luang Rd., is an ancient temple. This was established by Chao Maha Prom who was the ruler of Chiang Rai during that time to house the image of Phra Sihing (or Phra Singh) in the year 1390 AD. At present this temple also serves as a school of learn about Buddhism.
Wat Klang Wiang
Wat Klang Wiang, is iocated a long Rattana Khet Rd., is another ancient temple and was the original location of the city's pillar in the year 1432 AD. Before being relocated at Doi Jom Thong. This temple is so called because it is located in the middle of the city.
Wat Ming Muang
Wat Ming Muang, is located in Baan Changmun, is an ancient temple that was built by Talamesri or Phra Nang Payako a Consort of King Meng Rai the great in the year 1272 AD. This temple is built with Tai Yai or Shan architectural design.
Wat Mung Muang
Wat Mung Muang, is located along Uttarakit Rd., is an ancient temple where the image of miraculous Phra Chao Song Si is installed. lt is said that during the Second World War an airplane dropped a bomb in Chiang Rai, which destroyed much of the surrounding area that was a public market. The temple however, was not affected.
Wat Sri kert
Wat Sri kert, located along Sri Kert Rd., is an ancient temple believed to be the place where Ficus tree or Bodhi tree originated. The buildings and the Buddha images was built in Lanna style.
Wat Sri Bun Ruang
Wat Sri Bun Ruang, is located along Singhakrlai road, is not far from the Meng Rai monument. This is an ancient temple and is quite well preserved as many people come to visit this temple. The temple occupies a large track of land and which makes it an ideal location for various kinds of merit making ceremonies. An ancient Chedi located inside the temple grounds is currently being restored.
When you come to Chiang Rai, you maymaking merit in nine temples as the visitor or for strengthen your faith in Buddhism. The act of making merit in the temples within one day is considered as one of the highest forms of devotion to your Buddhist faith. So come to Chiang Rai and get a chance to visit nine temples in one day.
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