Wat Pha Lat

#timetotravel Getting There - Baan Huoay Pha Lat, Sriwichai Alley, Mueang Chiangmai district, Chiangmai province, Thailand. Attractions - Historical landmarks, Buddhist historical sites. Buddhism culture, Beautiful an old architectural. Entrance free of charge for both Thai and foreigners. opening daily from 6:00 am to 6:00pm. #budhiststemples #historicculture

📌Hidden Temple In Chiang Mai📌 • The city of Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai actually has many historical places. This time I want to share about the Hidden Temple in Chiang Mai, called Wat Pha Lat or also known as “The Monastery of The Sloping Rocks”. Wat Pha Lat is a hidden gem in the middle of a forest. This place is rarely known by foreigners, most of those who come here are local. The distance itself is a few KM from Doi Suthep Temple. Formerly Wat Pha Lat was used as a resting place for people who wanted to make pilgrimages and worship at the Doi Suthep temple. Then the location developed into a place of meditation and residence of monks. This temple was built during the reign of King Kuena (1355-1385). History says that the king's white elephant stopped and knelt at this spot while walking up the mountain. The animal continued on its way but died on arriving at the top of the hill, whereupon King Kuena ordered the construction of the Doi Suthep temple on the very spot where the white elephant died. King Kuena also ordered the construction of temples in three other places (resting/resting places for white elephants), one of which was at Wat Pha Lat. Now these places are considered holy places. #thailand #travel #urbanexplorer #mytripvlog #tripblazers #bangkoktrip #celebratewithtrip #passionpassport #2023travelwish 🇹🇭Wat Pha Lat Address - บ้านห้วยผาลาด 101, Sriwichai Alley, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand Ambiance/Facilities - Toilet, parking lot Highlights - hidden gem in chiang mai Avg. Price per Person - FREE Rating - 4.8/5

I didn't go to the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, but chose the Wat Palad halfway up the mountain instead, and it was well worth the visit, truly beautiful! Here's the transportation route I took: 🌟 I took a taxi directly to Wat Palad, making sure not to go to the Wat Palad trailhead at the foot of the mountain, as the temple is located halfway up the mountain. When using Bolt, the driver will charge extra because the mountain roads are difficult to navigate, and it's also hard to get a return trip from there. Starting from the Nimman area, it cost me 150 baht. After getting off, a short walk up a small slope for a minute or two will get you there. 🌟 I saw that many people chose to walk to the trailhead at the foot of the mountain and then hike up. It takes about an hour one way. 🌟 Since I didn't go to the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep at the top of the mountain, I shared a songthaew ride down the mountain. They leave when full, so you have to wait for enough people, and it costs 100 baht per person.

#2024wish Wat Pha Lat is a Buddhist temple & Monastery hidden in a woodland . It’s always form the city and you require to hike to reach to the temple. A healthy hike please get ready your comfort way and shoes for this trip. The place was peaceful , calm & beautiful . Greenery view that was impressed us. Highly recommended this tour when you are in Chiangmai. In 2024, I wish to visit United States 🇺🇸 to experience different kind of adventure . #couplestrip #awesomepic

I love the tranquility and vicissitudes of Pala Temple When you walk on the mountain path intertwined with vines. Listen to the sound of the stream flowing on both sides. Slowly walk towards it. Experience the solemn beauty of ancient temples and monasteries. No matter if you are sitting or standing in front of the mottled Buddha statue Still lying on the rocks by the waterfall, watching Chiang Mai Province. At this moment. You will involuntarily empty yourself of emotions. Feel the integration of oneself and nature. 📝 📍Navigation: Pala Temple Trailhead (accurate navigation, park your car on the side of the road, refer to the last picture) ❤️There is only one route for going up and down the mountain (the loop line is not open), and there are basically no forks. About 70% of the whole journey is covered by tree shade, so you won't feel the heat and sun exposure. There are many stones along the way, as well as vines and tree roots that add a lot of climbing interest. Equipment 1️⃣Quick-drying long-sleeved shirt, pants tucked into socks to prevent mosquitoes and insects. 2️⃣At least wear non-slip sports shoes, be careful not to slip when going downhill. Warm reminder ✔️The stones with water on them are especially slippery. Mom must be careful and watch over the baby to prevent slipping. ✔️There are steep slopes in 4-5 places along the way, but as long as mom carefully watches the baby throughout the journey, there will be no problems. ✔️Dress appropriately, wear long pants and a shirt. ❤️Ice cream and coconuts🥥 are sold outside the temple.

❤️Recommendation reason: Chiang Mai has many temples, some magnificent like Wat Chedi Luang, some brilliant like Wat Phra Singh, some splendid like Chiang Mai Royal Cemetery, and some bright like Wat Lamphun. Some say Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the most beautiful temple in Chiang Mai, and its beauty lies in its elegance. 🚉Transportation guide: Take a taxi to Wat Pha Lat Hike (Monk's trail), which is near Chiang Mai Zoo. The car can go directly to the starting point of the hiking trail. The entrance is not very noticeable, there is a green route map wooden sign, and behind it is the road up the mountain. 📝Attention tips: For the first few minutes, the road up the mountain is steep and there is no neat path. It is a dirt road stepped on by mountain rocks or tree roots. Wearing hiking shoes is a wise choice. After 10 minutes, the mountain road gradually becomes gentle and there are more tree shades. Soon, a beautiful mountain path twists and turns, leading people into a beautiful scenery. Butterflies flutter, and the mountain stream appears and disappears from time to time. A deep and green path leads you all the way up, as if entering the world of Avatar. The tropical vines above the head are as thick as arms, twisted into various shapes around the big trees, dotted with large tropical flowers. After walking for about half an hour, you can hear the distant bell ringing. After a few more steps, bend down and pass through a flower cave, and a small bridge appears in front of you. You have arrived. Located in a small fairy valley, a stream flows down the valley along the wide mountain rocks. The pagoda and corridors are stretched out, each one very beautiful, especially the suspended pavilion at the entrance of the back door, where a white Buddha statue overlooks the valley. In front, the huge banana leaves sway under the blue sky and white clouds, and in the distance, the ancient city of Chiang Mai can be faintly seen. The wooden floor is spotless, making it a great place for meditation. Before the mountain road was built, Pala Monastery was the only way for monks to reach the mountaintop temple and was used for rest stops along the way. Nowadays, with cars coming and going on the mountain road, this small path to Pala Monastery has become a good route for light hiking. It used to be famous for its tranquility, but with the strong recommendation of netizens, on the day I went there, tourists were constantly coming and going, and it had lost its peacefulness. Nevertheless, it still retains its elegance and beauty, and if you arrive early in the morning, you should be able to better appreciate its wonders. In front of the main gate, there are tuk-tuks and taxis. It costs 250 baht to return to the ancient city, so it's better to use your own two feet and walk back. The downhill road is easier and more enjoyable. When you reach the foot of the mountain, walk for another 20 minutes and you will arrive near Chiang Mai University.

#holidayvacation There are dozens of temples in Chiang Mai, but Wat Pha Lat is our favorite temple we've visited by far. First, it is surrounded by the jungle, so it has a completely different feel than the temples within the Old City. Second, it can only be reached by hiking, which eliminates many tourists. The crowds at Wat Pha Lat are far fewer than at many of the other temples in Chiang Mai, so it feels really special. #holidayvacation#tripinspired#happynewyear