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Phra Borom That Saen Hai
This temple is situated in Wiang Haeng, San Pa Tong District,
which can be dated back to the early Buddhist times, was renovated
in 1914. The pagoda is a unique blend of Myanmar and Lanna Thai
architecture. According to the legend, King Naresuan the Great rested
his troops here and built a pool at the foot of the hill for his
use and that of his elephants.
Wiang Tha Kan
Built before reign of King Meng Rai, this ancient walled
city can be dated back to the Hariphunchai period. During excavations,
sandstone and earthen Buddha images, earthen amulets, brown jars
with bones and Chinese porcelains from the Yuan Dynasty (1280-1368)
were found in the area. Don’t miss out on a chance to visit
the well preserved ruins – the pagoda and the foundations
of the vihan, which are constructed from bricks and laterite. Wiang
Tha Kan is located about 34 kilometers to the south of Chiang Mai
along Highway No.108.
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