Nestled along Singharat Road Samlan soi 7, just 150 meters from the moat, Wat Puak Hong Temple is a serene sanctuary in Chiang Mai, Thailand. This hidden gem features stunning architecture and is a perfect escape for reflection and spiritual connection.
Wat Puak Hong Temple, located on Singharat Road Samlan soi 7, about 150 meters from the historic moat of Chiang Mai, is an enchanting site rich in history and spiritual significance. Visitors are greeted by the temple’s intricate architecture and the serene atmosphere that envelops the area, making it an ideal spot for both travelers and locals seeking peace. The temple is surrounded by lush greenery, enhancing its tranquil charm, and offers various opportunities for meditation and quiet reflection. Inside, you’ll find vibrant murals and beautiful Buddha statues that tell the stories of traditional Thai culture. The temple is not just a place of worship but also a community gathering point, fostering a sense of belonging among its visitors. Whether you’re an avid traveler or a spiritual seeker, Wat Puak Hong invites you to immerse yourself in its beauty and serenity, creating lasting memories during your journey in Chiang Mai. Experience the heart of Thai spirituality by visiting this remarkable temple, deeply rooted in the local heritage and community.
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Wat Puak Hong Temple is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Singharat Road Samlan soi 7, about 150m from the moat, 50200, Thailand
This small temple has a very interesting stupa that is unique in Chiang Mai. Like a layer cake, it is circular and has layers that decrease in size. A good few minutes of your time.
Quiet temple with few outstanding features. However the old Cheddi is obviously the outstanding interest in original stone with nine levels of “wedding cake”. Worth a visit just for this.
A small temple just off the main road.It is quiet and not many visitors. The old brick Stupa is the most interesting.
Wat Puak Hong Temple Chiang Mai Lovely little wat worth my stumble upon I stumbled upon this wat by accident. I fell in love with the chedi. So much so I looked up this info:”Behind the viharn is a circular chedi named Chedi Si Phuak Hong which was built during the 16th or 17th century. Its style differs from other chedi in North Thailand; It was either influenced by Yunnanese architecture or it is a circular version of the stepped Mon chedi of the Wat Ku Kut in Lamphun.”Source: renown travel blogThere is a lovely grassy space behind the chedi perfect for meditation or just a relaxing stretch and rest, too.
An old Wat with a very nice stone Chedi. Unfortunately, the grounds were overgrown & the buildings were closed.
We were in Chiang Mai for 5 days last November for Yi Peng (Flying Lantern Festival) and Loy Krathong (Floating Lantern Festival), and we had planned a 3 day Temple circuit in the Old City inside these 5 days, the evenings being resereved to the flying and floating lanterns Festival and Awesome Parade.We had pin pointed the most famous ones like Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara and Wat Phra Singh which are amazing.We were on our way from Wat Phra Singh to the public park: Buak Hard Public Park and we knew there were 2 temples, kind of hidden gems, not really visited but really appreciated according to the reviews.It would have been a pity to miss them, so we stopped by them, this one being the 2nd one on our way, the first one being Wat Muen Ngoen Kong which I have just reviewed now.I have attached several pictures, hoping to give you kind of a feeling of this place..However, I wouldn’t recommend to go to this Temple specially for it, as there many more beautiful Temples in the Old City of Chiang Mai and this one is not in the top 10 famous ones,.Still and as I wrote it is a nice, serene island of peace, and somehow different form the other Temples, being much older and less…”shiny”. One could say even more Authentic ;-)I remember that after visiting these 2 temples and the park, we stopped to have a well deserved Massage break (aromatic oil massage) to relax from this long day walk.I’d just recommend you do he same any time you can grab the opportunity.Perfect break to continue our Temple Circuit in the Old City.
If you’re in the local area, or deciding to do a temple tour of the inner city, this is a nice little stop off.Unfortunately, it was closed when I arrived so I didn’t get to look at the inside but the outside of it was typical traditional Thai temple design with an ancient structure at the rear.It’s not worth making a special trip across the city for. Also, searching for the name of the structure at the rear on Tripadvisor brings up Jedi Training School in Orlando. Which o thought was quite funny.
We passed this Wat on the way back to the hotel from the city park, and took a moment to admire the modest temple, the chedi (apparently one of 3 in Chiang Mai) and the lovely teak(?) trees in the compound. The grounds were a little unkempt but that added to the secret discovery atmosphere of the place. Enjoyed it, but I think only worth a visit if you are passing by.
A quiet site with a temple and and ancient looking pergoda. Worth visiting if you’re in the area. Free entry and not touristy.