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Wat Chiang Man vs Wat Phan On Temple

Wat Chiang Man and Wat Phan On Temple are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Wat Chiang Man is the choice of most writers compared to Wat Phan On Temple. Wat Chiang Man is ranked #4 in Chiang Mai with recommendations from 4 sources including Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.

Wat Chiang Man
Wat Chiang Man
9 / 10
Ratchaphakhinai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
From $0 /night
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The temple contains two famous Buddhas, which reside in the small sanctuary to the right of the main chapel." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Chiang Mai's oldest monastery, dating from 1296, is typical of northern Thai architecture." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Wat Chiang Man was built by the city's founder, King Mengrai, which makes it the oldest temple in Chiang Mai (13C)." Full review
Independent Independent
"Chiang Mai is famous for its terracotta brick temples – there are over 200 of them in the city, bringing in domestic and international visitors alike"
Frommer's Frommer's
"This complex reflects many architectural styles. Some of the structures and artworks are pure Lanna...most famous for its two Buddhas: Phra Sae Tang Khamani and the marble Phra Sila Buddha" Full review
Wat Phan On Temple
Wat Phan On Temple
8 / 10
75 Ratchadamnoen Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
From $0 /night
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Fringed by gilded Buddhas, the stately chedi at this prosperous wát is visited by scores of locals after dark." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"In Wat Phan Tao, you'll be struck by the delicate wood carvings in the wihan, where local woodworkers have surpassed themselves in their use of teak, the main resource from the neighbouring forests." Full review