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If you are looking for a tourist attraction in Chiang Mai that offers peace and helps heal your mind from fatigue, "Wat Ram Poeng (Tapotharam)" is the most suitable destination for this holiday. This temple is located not far from Wat Umong and the area behind Chiang Mai University. It is a temple with a long history since the Mangrai Dynasty. And it is known as a world-famous Vipassana meditation center.
The main highlight that attracts visitors is "Phra That Chedi", an important ancient site under the care of the Fine Arts Department. There is an ancient Lanna-style circular pagoda (1935 B.E.) with high historical and artistic value. It has been registered as a national ancient monument and is inspected and cared for by the 7th Fine Arts Office (Chiang Mai) to prevent damage and preserve it. It lives up to the name "Tapotharam", which means a monastery with hot springs (because in the past this area had hot springs) or a place of ascetic practice.
What makes Wat Ram Poeng special from other temples is that it is an International Vipassana Meditation Center that welcomes both Thais and foreigners to seriously study Dharma. The atmosphere inside the temple is full of peace, reverence and serenity. Even if you don't come to ordain and practice Dharma, just admiring the beauty of the ancient architecture and enjoying the cool breeze under the shade of large trees will help you feel relaxed and fully energized.
Visiting Wat Ram Poeng on a holiday is not just visiting a general temple, but it is rewarding yourself with peace. It is another happiness that "Sookjai Weekend" would like to recommend everyone to experience for themselves in order to discover the true meaning of relaxation in Chiang Mai.
