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Wat Mung Muang

Tourist attraction Buddhist temple

Small, intricately decorated Buddhist temple built in the 13th century. People often mention temple, market,


Address

Uttarakit, Tambon Wiang, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (412 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 3/5 Miles M. 2 years ago on Google
    Three stars as I need scope to recognise far more beautiful/impressive Temples in the area. The large and rather plump Buddha statue is 600 years old. The flat ceiling of the Chapel is designed with ancient Lanna amulets. The Temple has a remarkable escape during WW2 when eight bombs dropped on it failed go explode. Very busy area as right next to the market.
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  • 3/5 Jared K. 4 years ago on Google
    Wat Mung Muang has a long history, being the only temple to survive the bombings of Chiang Rai during WWII. However, despite its age, it unfortunately has not been as well maintained as others in the region. The main hall has been reconstructed, making it appear much more modern than it actually is, leaving the statues of Sivari as one of the few features that showcase this temple’s historical significance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George Mann - Photo & Video (George Mann P. 5 years ago on Google
    Directly attached to the largest market in Chiang Rai, this is a very active temple. Seemingly also making an income from functioning as a parking lot for the market vendors and patrons.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ib L. 3 years ago on Google
    The tempel is not very impressive, compared to many of Chiang Rai's beautifull old temples, but I like the marked on the streets around the temple.

  • 5/5 Mads D (SiamPictures. c. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful nice tempel in the middel of the city, a good place to spend some time on reflection

  • 4/5 Chris T. 7 years ago on Google
    This temple has some really interesting buildings & statues that I haven't seen at any of the other temples in Thailand so far. Also has a nice garden that is surprisingly peaceful in the middle of the city. Some things are being renovated.

  • 3/5 Thomas T. 4 years ago on Google
    Not the most beautiful temple in the city, but funny with a huge happy Buddha statue and statues of monks with umbrellas. Just along the road here is a street market and enclosed market.

  • 5/5 Pornriddhi A. 7 years ago on Google
    Exotic and very beautiful architectural design, quiet religious place, a good place must be visit.

  • 5/5 TheRDMagee 7 years ago on Google
    What we call a 'hidden treasure'. A very nice temple that most tourist seem to bypass. Well worth a visit.

  • 4/5 Shane C. 2 years ago on Google
    Interesting Wat next to the municipal market with a large happy Buddha.

  • 3/5 Nicolas M. 1 year ago on Google
    My rate is as a tourist, since im not buddhist. The temple is small and pretty. The market nearby is horrible and contributes to make this place not good for tourism

  • 5/5 Alwin G. 9 months ago on Google
    Wat Mung Muang stands out with its captivating green exterior. Inside, it ventures into the cosmic, seemingly filled with elements connected to astrology.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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