Wat Umong, among the over 300 temples in Chiang Mai, exudes a unique aura
The revered monks believe that forests are more suitable for spiritual practice than temples. Nestled at the foot of Doi Suthep, Wat Umong is hidden in the woods, offering a world of serene tranquility and rustic charm.
'Umong' means 'tunnel' in Thai, and this secluded temple has a history of 700 years, also known as Wat U Mong. It is Mr. Jiang Xun's favorite temple in Chiang Mai, which he aptly named 'Temple of No Dreams', reflecting its spirit of simplicity and desirelessness.
With a humble heart, walking into the tunnel in slippers, one can faintly hear the sound of dripping water. Some caves are so low that one must bow and hunch to pass through, and the triangular niches carved into the walls on both sides of the tunnel have been blackened by candle smoke. Bats hang upside down from the cave ceiling, listening to the devotees' confessions to the Buddha statues. This primitive simplicity is solemn and serene.
Upon entering the Wat Umong area, please slow down and lower your voice, as the atmosphere of Buddhist studies is intense here, with many foreign practitioners coming to meditate. Some meditate under the shade of trees, while a flock of free-range chickens passes by in front of them.
Wat Umong is not grandiose, but it covers a considerable area, with a library, art gallery, science center, and more. Walking on the moss-covered paths, everywhere you look are traces of years and time.
My favourite temple of Chiangmai. A lot of greenery and chickens haha. I like here has a lot of quotes hanging on the trees and the tunnel temple is so cool.
Located at the foot of Sutiao Mountain, the Buddhist atmosphere is strong, known as "forest monastery". Surrounded by large forests and a lake, it is absolutely quiet, simple and quiet, which is very suitable for meditation and meditation. The base of the pagoda contains a tunnel through the flat-topped mountains, which is said to have been built by a monk around 1380 AD, and the temple is named for it.
Wat Umong is quiet and peaceful, with a spacious area to walk around with a lot of tourists. The temple is similar to a place of meditation as well.
A temple that should not be missed When arriving in Chiang Mai, peaceful, shady, the Buddha's garden of the Buddha slaves, a lot of parking spaces, and there are beautiful old pagodas. Inside there is a reservoir. Refreshing Shady when visiting
U Mong means "tunnel" in Thai, hence the name Wat U Mong. Situated at the foot of Doi Suthep, the temple is surrounded by large forests and lake water. But the temple is a little deep, either navigate or strike a Song Tie. The Buddha statues of other houses are all in the Buddha Hall. This one is in the tunnel, taking off shoes and entering. The temple in the tunnel, the first time to see. The masonry on the top of the wall is mottled with history. In the Buddhist hall, it is very suitable for meditation. Today, I saw two temples, one is Shuanglong Temple on Mount Su Tie, the other is Wumeng Temple under Mount Su Tie, the other is Wumeng Temple on Mount Su Tie, the other is rich and honorable gate, with endless guests, lively and extraordinary, the other is like a hermit in the world, quiet in the world, simple and quiet. PS - "In Chiang Mai there is also a imitated monastery of the same name, built in the old city, a smaller scale. To get a ride to this monastery and let the driver know what you mean, you have to make it clear that you are going to "Wat U Mong Thera Jan".
Quiet, a lot of tourists Not far away, convenient to travel. If you recommend us that going during the rainy season, it will be more beautiful.