Practical information
- Location
- Mae Hong Son, Mae Hong Son · 19.29822, 97.96767
- Dress code
- Dress politely: long sleeves, trousers or a knee-length skirt; no sleeveless, crop, tight or revealing tops. Take off your shoes before entering the chapel or other buildings. (source: thailand.go.th)
- Period
- Shan (Tai Yai) temples; merged into one temple in 1974
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)
Wat Chong Kham and its twin Wat Chong Klang stand side by side on the shore of Nong Chong Kham lake in the centre of Mae Hong Son. Their Shan-style halls with tiered, lace-like metal roofs and white-and-gold stupas reflect beautifully in the water, especially in the early morning and at night when they are lit. Inside, you find Burmese-style Buddha images and, at Wat Chong Klang, painted glass panels and carved wooden figures. The two temples officially merged in 1974. The lakeside park in front hosts local festivals and an evening market in the high season.
Highlights
- Lake reflections Temples mirrored in Nong Chong Kham.
- Shan roofs Tiered, lace-like metal roofs.
- Glass paintings Painted panels at Wat Chong Klang.
Tips for Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
- Combine your visit with Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu (Mae Hong Son), about 1 km away as the crow flies.
More photos of Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)
Temples reflected in the lake at night, Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son) Photo: Shane WP Wongperk · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons 
Decorated interior of the hall, Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son) Photo: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son) on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)
Where is Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)?
Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son) is in Mae Hong Son, Mae Hong Son province, in northern Thailand.
What is Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son) known for?
Wat Chong Kham and its twin Wat Chong Klang stand side by side on the shore of Nong Chong Kham lake in the centre of Mae Hong Son. Highlights include Lake reflections, Shan roofs and Glass paintings.
How old is Wat Chong Kham and Wat Chong Klang (Mae Hong Son)?
Shan (Tai Yai) temples; merged into one temple in 1974.