Monday, September 22, 2008

Postcard from Chiang Mai (click image to walk closer)



These young Monks are walking up the 306 steps that lead to 'Wat Phra That Doi Suthep'. Doi Suthep (1676m) is a peak named after the hermit Sudeva, who lived in the mountains for many years. The temple at the top of the peak is one of the north's most sacred. The top boasts some fine views of Chiang Mai city (weather permitting) and a cloister. Inside the cloister is an exquisite Lanna-style copper plated 'Chedi' topped by a five storey gold umbrella