Doi Suthep

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Doi Suthep 073.jpg (39739 bytes) Twelve km. uphill from Chiang Mai via hairpin bends and switchbacks is the temple of Wat Prathat - Doi Suthep.

Seven headed Nagas, divine serpents,  form the balustrades either side of the 290 steps leading to the temple.
The sanctuaries, temple and cloister were built in the 16th century and since them have been maintained by donations from pilgrims. Doi Suthep 074.jpg (39208 bytes)
Doi Suthep 075.jpg (50293 bytes) Roof detail.
The magnificent 24 meter high chedi is covered with engraved gold tiles and surrounded by bronze gilded parasols. Doi Suthep 359.jpg (49779 bytes)
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