4.5Wat Phumin(411 reviews) - Stunning Religious Sites
It was worth the drive from Chiang Mai just to see the frescoes in this temple - which include the famous one showing two lovers - the man whispering sweet nothings to his girl. I attach a photo of one of the less famous wall paintings but giving a good idea of the local art style. The is a sculpture of the couple at the main entrance to to temple and a favourite photo spot for visitors.See more..
This was a our first temple in Nan and it did not disappoint. Like many of the other Nan temples it has spacious grounds for walking or relaxing - including food and souvenir shops. The temple itself is peaceful, with a huge statue of the Buddha in the main hall, In front of the stupa is the focus of peoples devotion - a fine rabbit with a small Buddha covered in the small squares of gold leaf stuck on by the faithful - so much in fact that the surrounding ground is full of these tiny sheets of real gold leaf. Don't miss the wonderful reclining Buddha either in this perfectly maintained templeSee more..
4.5Wat Phra That Khao Noi(148 reviews) - One of the beautiful landmarks of Nan. Religious Sites
4.5Wat Ming Muang(119 reviews) - Elegant temple with city pillar shrine Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
This is the first destination of our trip to Nan city. There are 2 main attractions (temple hall and city pillar shrine) in the place. Both of them are Lanna style white structures embellished with many spectacular detailed stucco (similar to the famous Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai). Although the place is not very large, it is worth a visit because it is very beautiful. P.S. Don't forget to by "Khao Lam" (sticky rice soaked in coconut milk and baked in a bamboo cylinder) near the temple. Yummy !See more..
The outstanding shiny golden temple looks fabulous. It is embellished with many beautiful relief sculptures (exterior) and colorful murals (interior). What I like most is remarkable golden statues of a pair of seven head Nagas at the entrance of the hall.See more..
The approximately 600 year old serene temple is located at the corner of the street in the central region of Nan city. The path to the temple hall is decorated with many colorful Lanna lanterns and umbrellas. There are 2 guardian Singha statues lie in front of the hall. After we had worshipped principle Buddha image inside the hall, we walked to the nice golden pagoda (contains Buddha relics) supported around by 24 carving elephants (resembles the temple in Sukhothai) behind the hall. We also saw many young novices cleaned the temple court.See more..
4.0Wat Hua Khuang Temple(34 reviews) - Center of the city (in my opinion). Religious Sites
During our city tour in Nan, we drove past this temple again and again (with maximum count among all main attractions in the city). Therefore, in my opinion, I think that the temple is the center of the city (what a powerful induction ; HaHaHa). The approximately 500 year old Lanna style serene temple has 3 main attractions (the main hall, the pagoda, the tripitaka hall). Inside the main hall lies the principle Buddha image which is not in the middle! (Instead, a little bit to the left). The legend has it that in the past, dwellers in Hua Khuang community and the nearby Phumin community often had quarrels. They believed that this was because the principle Buddha images of the 2 temples facing each other. Thus, to avoid any further confrontations, Hua Khuang community decided to move their principle Buddha image a little bit to the left. After that, the two communities reconciled. Since this is the center of the city, so don't forget to make a stop and visit.See more..
Really nice temple close to everything in town. I would probably say this temple isn't visible must by foreigners. Well maintained. Definitely come early in the morning to avoid the hot sun rays. See more..
4.5Wat Phaya Phu(11 reviews) - Nice and serene hidden temple. Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
Deep in the alley lies an approximately 600 year old beautiful royal temple. The door to the main hall is carved into 2 guardian giants. The principle Buddha image inside the hall looks very elegant with an aura around his head. It is also claimed to be the biggest principle Buddha image in Nan district. Impressive!See more..
4.0Wat Koo Kam(9 reviews) - Nice little temple in Nan city. Religious Sites
The about 100 year old temple contains a Lanny style hall and a golden pagoda. Inside the main hall, there are Burmese style principle Buddha image along with Upagupta (Buddhist saint, specialist in performing supernatural powers). The ceiling of the hall is embellished with Burmese pattern. The legend has it that Lord Buddha used to dry his robe at this place and the robe then turned into a gold. Thus, the pagoda was built to collect such golden robe.See more..
4.5Wat Sri Mongkol(3 reviews) - Buddhist Disneyland Religious Sites
Interesting place, lots of things to see, not really the serene atmosphere, rather that of a playground, but this mix is fascinating. Very interesting museum with dome antiques and a lot of future antiques Not to be missedSee more..
