Practical information
- Location
- Chom Thong, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai · 18.42014, 98.67875
- 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
- Lanna period
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong
Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong is a royal temple in Chom Thong, south of Chiang Mai, on the way to Doi Inthanon National Park. It houses a relic believed to be from the right side of the Buddha's head, which makes it one of the most important pilgrimage sites in northern Thailand. The relic is kept in an ornate gilded shrine inside the main wihan, a fine example of Lanna architecture with Burmese influences. A golden chedi stands outside. It is an excellent stop on a day trip to Thailand's highest mountain.
Highlights
- Head relic A revered relic of the Buddha's head.
- Lanna wihan An ornate hall with Burmese touches.
- Doi Inthanon route Ideal stop on the way to the mountain.
Tips for Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
More photos of Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong
Gilded shrine inside the hall, Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong Photo: Pnopparat01 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons 
Golden chedi with guardian figures, Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong Photo: Kittipong khunnen · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong
Where is Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong?
Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong is in Chom Thong, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai province, in northern Thailand.
What is Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong known for?
Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong is a royal temple in Chom Thong, south of Chiang Mai, on the way to Doi Inthanon National Park. Highlights include Head relic, Lanna wihan and Doi Inthanon route.
How old is Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong?
Lanna period.