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Pray for blessings at Upakut Temple

An old temple in the city center that those who love superstition should not miss. Wat Upakut is an old temple located in Chang Klan Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai Province. It is near Waroros Market (Kad Luang) and Nawarat Bridge, making it convenient and easy to access. It is another important temple that tourists and those who love to make merit should not miss when visiting Chiang Mai. Highlights of Wat Upakut: * Phra Upakut: This temple enshrines Phra Upakut, a famous monk who bestows fortune, wealth, and prosperity. Therefore, many people who love superstition travel here to pay homage and ask for blessings, especially in matters of finance and work. Lanna Architecture: The temple's chapel is intricately decorated, reflecting the exquisite Lanna art. Inside the chapel, Phra Upakut, the principal Buddha image, is enshrined, and there is an oil painting mural of the Vessantara Jataka, which was painted in 1927 by Lanna artist Pho Boonpang Phongpradit. * Other sacred objects: In addition to Phra Upakut, Inside the temple, there are many sacred objects to worship, such as the principal Buddha image in the ordination hall, Dr. Jivaka Komarabhadra, Thao Wessuwan, and Phra Phikanet. * The temple's storage hall: It is in the shape of a cube, raised from the ground, decorated with stucco patterns around the outer walls. The guardians are stucco giants and the doors are lacquered and gilded, which is an interesting feature. How to get there: Wat Upakut is located on Tha Pae Road. It is a short walk from Tha Pae Gate, or you can easily get there by red songthaew, taxi, or motorcycle taxi. Opening and closing times: The temple is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Some information states 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) If you are looking for a place to make merit, pray for good fortune, or admire the beautiful Lanna architecture in Chiang Mai, Wat Upakut is another temple you should not miss. #Wat Upakut #Chiang Mai #Beautiful temples in Chiang Mai #Sai Mu #Worship in Chiang Mai #Good luck #Phra Upakut #Visit Chiang Mai #Chiang Mai Temple #Receive a discount without relying on luck
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