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Speaking of the most popular relaxation villages in Chiang Mai Province, the name of "Baan Mae Kampong", Mae On District, will always be at the top. This small village located in the middle of mountains and streams offers a cool atmosphere throughout the year. But did you know that in addition to the beautiful coffee shops and cozy homestays, there is also a sacred place with unique characteristics? That is "Wat Mae Kampong" or officially known as "Wat Khanthaprueksa".
The highlight that tourists should not miss when visiting is to see the "Ubosot in the water" or "Chapel in the water", which is located in the middle of the stream that flows through the temple. The special feature of this Ubosot is the use of "Uthoksema" to define the sacred area. The word Uthoksema means the use of "water" as the boundary instead of using Bai Sema, which is a stone as usual. This follows the ancient Buddhist precepts that are very rare to see today. The chapel is a small wooden building located on pillars above the stream. There is the sound of water flowing all the time, giving a feeling of peace and tranquility.
After worshiping the Buddha image in the Ubosot in the water, tourists can walk around and see the Viharn made of teak wood, which has intricate carvings in the Lanna style, and admire the beauty of the forest that surrounds the temple in harmony.
Visiting Baan Mae Kampong on this holiday is not just about taking beautiful pictures in the village, but visiting the Ubosot in the water, Wat Khanthaprueksa, will help you receive the power of peace and auspiciousness back. It is a dimension of tourism that combines nature and faith together perfectly that Sookjai Holiday wants everyone to experience for themselves.
