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Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara vs Chiang Mai National Museum
Chiang Mai National Museum and Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara are both praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara is the choice of most professionals compared to Chiang Mai National Museum. Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara ranks #2 in Chiang Mai with praise from 3 reviewers including Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Prapokklao Road, Intersection with main east-west Ratchadamnoen Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Fodor's
"Now a superb ruin. The parklike grounds contain a variety of assembly halls, chapels, a 30-foot-long reclining Buddha, and the ancient citypillar."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Although partly destroyed by an earthquake, the majestic chedi of Wat Chedi Luang still stands at a height of 60m (compared with its original 90m) and is still the tallest chedi in Chiang Mai."
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Frommer's
"Because this temple is near the Thapae Gate, most visitors begin their sightseeing here, where there are two wats of interest."
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Chiang Mai National Museum
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Superhighway northwest of the Old City near Wat Jed Yod, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Frommer's
"This place does provide something of a historical overview -- and the highlights -- of the region and the city."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Operated by the Fine Arts Department, this museum is the primary caretaker of Lanna artefacts and northern Thai history."
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Afar Magazine
"The three Chiang Mai museums are too much to see in one day, so they sell a ticket that can be used over 5 days."
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Fodor's
"This northern Thai–style building contains many statues of Lord Buddha, including a bust that measures 10 feet high."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Devoted to the history of the Lan Na kingdom, the art and culture of Northern Thailand, as well as the traditional activities of mountain tribes."
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