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Wat Phra Sing

Founded in the 14th century, this is one of the most important temples in Chiang Mai. It has a particularly fine school for neighborhood boys as well as young novice monks.
Side of the prayer hall (wihan) Library (mondop or ho trai) Library windows Image of the Buddha Naga (sacred serpent)
Interior of the prayer hall (wihan) View thru window King Meng Rai Door decor of ordination hall (ubosot) Decor over door of ordination hall (ubosot)
Green jade Buddha image Golden Buddha images Balustrade, close up Ordination hall (ubosot), alone Monk entering ordination hall
Ordination hall and chedi Novice monks after class Prayer hall (wihan) at night Night view Wihan Lai Kham and small chedi