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Wat Jet Lin–Phra Pok Lao, Old City, Chiang Mai

Dec 152008

front3 This rather grand Temple sits on Phra Pok Klao south of Wat Chedi Luang and has a very regal feel to it.

gongf It has a few notable features; the line of huge ‘gongs’ along the southern side of the outside of the Wat; a new looking activities hall built with an original Lanna style roof;
an ancient looking stone Buddha head that sits in the courtyard next to a row of huge stone balls, that i have yet to discover the significance of; balls
behind the main Temple is a large square, brick Chedi;
The Temple itself, newly renovated, boasts very high ‘ceilings’ and an equally tall Golden Buddha;
outside there are exquisite examples of wood carving and an impressive brick gateway.

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Room 1 still Free!!Thats ‘Free’ as in, Available

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Dec 132008

Yes , although our present group of guests are all still settled in nicely, our most popular room, Room 1; thats the room with 2 kingsize double beds, sleeping up to 4 people for just 250 baht a night( the room); is still available at time of writing. The room is large and airy, with small wardrobes,(2), two fans, and a great view of the Chedi at Wat Chedi Luang, directly behind us. So get on down to Ratchadamnoen Rd, in the heart of the Old City, Chiang Mai and join our ‘family’.

Rooms Chiangmai, Brick Road Cafe Availability Update

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Dec 112008

Filling up fast again, only 2 rooms available now.

Room 1 ….large room with lots of space, two kingsize double beds , sleeps up to 4 people, great view of the oldest Chedi in Chiang Mai…250 baht a night.

Room 6…..single interior room. very roomy, and very quiet..100baht a night

So if you’re looking for a spot to lay your hat for a while, join the crowd here at The brick road Cafe Ratchadamnoen Rd Chiang Mai:)

Chiang Mai Guest House Rooms Available Today

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Dec 092008

So Room 1, taken again. Don’t forget to think about booking ahead. With 2 kingsize double beds, a great view of the ancient Chedi behind us, and loads of space, at just 250 baht a night for the room, this one is always popular.

Todays available rooms at time of writing are Room 5, our spacious twin room, with yet another great view of the nearby mountain, Doi Suthep;

Room 2… a double with complete panoramic view of Doi Suthep, 150 baht a night ;

and Room 6..the single option at just 100 baht a night.

So if you’re backpacking your way through Chiang Mai, give us a call….053272012

Brick Road Temple Tour…Wat Tung Yuu

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Nov 272008

Leaving the guest house and turning left, walk straight ahead past Wat Chai Prakiat to the next crossroads and this Wat is on the right hand side of the road, opposite the main Police Station.

The front of the Temple faces a gateway onto Ratchadamnoen Soi 7.

At this point in time there appears to be a major push to renovate many of the Temples in Chiang Mai and maybe this one is on the list somewhere.

Right now the Temple grounds show signs of mild neglect, but I did spot paint and building materials that suggest that may soon change.

As with previous examples there is a beautiful Vihan next to the Temple and a large white Chedi behind it. The Chedi is topped in the Lan Na mosaic style.

To the rear of the walled compound is quite an impressive looking Monks residence.

This is another on on my list for more research and this page will be updated as soon as I get further information.

Brick Road Temple Tour…Wat Umong Mahatherachan

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Nov 222008

Wat Umong Mahatherachan sits on Ratchpakinai Rd, turning right out of the cafe you walk straight ahead past the traffic lights and on to the next crossroads where you turn left into Ratchapakhinai Rd.
Alternatively, if you have visited Wat Duang Dee, then it is a short walk to the rear entrance to Wat Umong. Just turn around from the front entrance to Wat Duang Dee.

The grounds have a wonderfully quiet and relaxing feel with a variety of trees, the only things I found labeled in English. This one is a Jack Fruit.

There is a medium sized stone Chedi, with a gilded top, and a small Vihan guarded by two impressive Golden Lions.

Behind the Vihan is an enclosed garden area with a shrine, looked like a perfect meditation spot, surrounded by trees, quiet and cosy.

Walking round to the front of the Temple there are some other Engish signs, but despite one pointing to the information board, there is no English language information.
Inside this small temple you are greeted with a perfect example of the tradition for exquisite art inside the Temples. It was soon clear why this Temple is treasured as meditation haven by those who find it.

Unfortunately I have as yet failed to find any history on this temple but hope to return soon and chat with the Monks there and will update this post when the information is at hand.

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