Most Buddhist temples in Chaing Mai are located within the old city walls while other notable ones are west of town. But Wat Chai Mongkol – some sources call it Wat Chai Mongkhon – was built along the banks of the Mae Ping River during the 15th century. When you walk beneath this ornate front gate, you will find a small, tranquil temple that is home to only a handful of monks and rarely visited by tourists. It is delightful!
