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Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara vs Wat Umong
Both Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara and Wat Umong are rated highly by writers. On balance, Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara is preferred by most professionals compared to Wat Umong. Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara comes in at 88 with recommendations from 3 reviewers such as 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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Wat Umong
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
135 Moo 10 Suthep, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This forest wát is best known for its secluded sylvan setting and a series of interconnecting brick tunnels built around 1380 for the clairvoyant monk."
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To make sure a sŏrng·tăa·ou or túk-túk driver understands you want this one ask for 'Wat U Mong Thera Jan'.
Afar Magazine
"Wat Umong is a forest temple with tiled caves, a reflection pond and a large stupa."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This historic wát is in the heart of the old city."
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Fodor's
"The most unusual temple in Chiang Mai is Wat Umong, dating from 1296."
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