We took a day off the other day and checked out the temple at the top of Doi Suthep hill. The temple was built in the late 14th century and overlooks Chiang Mai from its lofty perch, some 3,500 feet (1,053 meters) above sea level. On a clear day you can see the whole city and beyond. Unfortunately we are here during the most polluted time of the year and we could barley see a thing. It was still a beautiful site. The drive up to the top was amazing. The 20 minute drive to the top via all the winding roads made the ride most relaxing. All the different smells of the trees and flowers was a change from driving through the city as we're usually smelling exhaust from all the cars and scooters. The temple is said to have a relic of Buddha himself which makes this one of the most popular temples in the area. The statues and architecture were exquisite and pictures do them no justice. I will try to bring my experience of this breathtaking place by my vision of the shots below.
Love is Life
Steve
2 comments:
Great pictures.
i WISH i WAS THERE TO SEE THE BEAUTIFUL VIEWS AND TEMPLES,they look amasing.Can't wait to see and talk to you about it all.Enjoy all you can.
Love Mom
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