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If you travel along Manee Nopparat Road along the Chiang Mai moat, your eyes will be drawn to the large ancient brick temple gate. That is the entrance to "Wat Lok Molee," an ancient temple with a long history dating back to the Mangrai Dynasty. This place is like a beautiful gem that still retains the aura of antiquity and the most complete original Lanna architecture.
A key highlight not to be missed is the "Grand Viharn," which is an entire teak wood Viharn built in the Lanna style. The gable is carved with floral patterns decorated with beautiful stained glass. Inside is enshrined a Buddha image in the Mara Vichai posture that looks peaceful and sacred. The atmosphere inside the wooden Viharn is cool and quiet, perfect for tourists who want to sit and relax and pay homage on vacation.
Further back you will find a large "Ancient Pagoda" in the shape of a castle built during the reign of Phaya Klao Bralue Pak. It is a brick pagoda that is not plastered to show the beauty of time. Traces of the remaining stucco patterns tell the story of the high craftsmanship of the past. In addition, Wat Lok Molee is also famous for asking for blessings from "Phra Nang Chiraprapha Devi," the female ruler of Chiang Mai in the past, who is believed to have taken care of and protected the city and this temple from the dangers of war.
On this holiday, a visit to Wat Lok Molee will not only get you beautiful photos of retro architecture, but also bring happiness and positive energy back. It is another check-in point that helps complete your Chiang Mai trip perfectly and meaningfully.
