Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang
Seven spires, a courtyard full of serpents, and hardly anyone around. That's the short version of Wat Chet Yod, the "Temple of the Seven Peaks," founded around 1455 and built to recreate the Buddha's path to enlightenment. The chedi with its seven towers is unlike anything else in Chiang Mai, and there's no gold-plated spectacle here. The buildings look their age, in the good way.
It matters most to people born in the Year of the Snake, which explains the naga statues lining the entrance and the shrine to the Serpent King. Even if none of that means anything to you, the grounds are worth a slow lap. There's a small museum in the garden too. What surprises most people is the calm, given it sits a short hop from Nimman and Maya Mall. Traffic hums nearby and the temple somehow ignores it.
Go in the morning if you can. The light is better and you'll likely share the place with a handful of others rather than a coach party.
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Reviews from Google
A nearly 600-year-old ancient temple that recreates the Buddha’s path to enlightenment. This temple is also believed to bring good luck to those born in the Year of the Snake. Within the temple grounds, there are many serpent statues and a shrine dedicated to the Serpent King (Naga King). Although it is located very close to the Maya shopping mall, the temple is peaceful and uncrowded. Walking around the temple grounds is calm and very pleasant.
I missed this amazing little temple complex a bit to the northwest of the old city the last time I visited this wonderful city! Tucked away but easy to find. There were about a half dozen other visitors when I went. It always amazes me how peaceful these places are despite near by traffic. Go visit, especially if you were born in the year of the Snake!
Serene and very few tourists in spite of its proximity to the Maya Mall and Nimman area. Instead of guilded in gold, these buildings give a sense of a quiet past. With walking around the grounds.
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Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang worth visiting?
Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang holds a 4.7★ rating from 4,403 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated temples & culture in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang?
Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang is typically open 06:00-18:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang located?
Wat Jedyod Royal Temple Wat Chet Yod Phra Aram Luang is at 90, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
Location Info
90, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand+66 82 749 7499Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)
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Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Nearby Places
Chiang Mai National Museum
A two-storey museum dedicated to the art, history, and culture of the ancient Lanna Kingdom in northern Thailand.
Suvannabhumi Art Gallery (new location)
A rotating art gallery showcasing Burmese and Thai contemporary works, steps from MAYA Mall.
The Highland People Discovery Museum
A cultural museum in Rama IX Lanna Park dedicated to the ethnic highland peoples of northern Thailand.
Gallery Seescape
A contemporary art gallery on Chiang Mai's creative Nimmanahaeminda Road, showcasing local and regional artists.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)