Frank Michel Cycling - Touring Discovery and Adventure in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand

 Today very nice morning bike ride in the plains of San Pa Tong  to discover the Wat Puang Sanuk Temple.  below link for the video in YouTube Wat Puang Sanuk Temple - Ban Klang – San Pa Tong – Chiang Mai Nestled in the Ban Klang subdistrict of San Pa Tong, Chiang Mai, Wat Puang Sanuk Temple stands as a profound testament to the region’s storied past. Its spiritual heritage is inextricably linked to the nearby ruins of Wiang Tha Kan, an ancient, fortified settlement of the Hariphunchai Kingdom that has thrived for over a millennium. As a pillar of this historic landscape, the temple served as a sanctuary for those dwelling within the walls of the ancient city, maintaining its significance through the subsequent Lanna era and into the present day. Like many historic community temples in the region, the temple’s name, steeped in the unique dialect and cultural nuances of the local village, reflects a deep-seated connection to the identity of the Ban Klang community. ...

 Discovering Wat Si Lom Temple, in Hang Dong - Chiang Mai Northern Thailand Here below Video in YouTube Wat Si Lom Temple is a quiet, local Buddhist temple located in Han Kaeo, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai offering a peaceful escape from the bustling pace of everyday life. This temple is defined by its quiet, contemplative atmosphere and beautifully maintained grounds. Visitors are greeted by the gentle rustle of trees and the graceful architecture that reflects a deep sense of historical tranquility. While there is no single, heavily documented manuscript detailing its exact founding date and,  because it is a community-focused neighborhood monastery rather than a major tourist attraction. Its formal historical texts remain part of the oral and village traditions of the Hang Dong region,  rather than being widely published. The temple is a living artifact of the region’s storied heritage, showcasing classic Lanna and Shan architectural elements that reflect the district...

  From my morning ride discovering Wat Tha Phong Temple in Ban Mae - San Pa Tong - Chiang Mai in the Northern Thailand. Here video in YouTube and it is always a happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com

  video in YouTube here below Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of San Pa Tong, Chiang Mai, Wat Makham Luang stands as a timeless sanctuary rooted in the ancient glory of the Lanna Kingdom. The exact foundation of the temple predates modern records, dating back centuries, during the prosperous times of the Lanna Kingdom. Wat Makham Luang has long been a spiritual center for the surrounding San Pa Tong community. Originally known as Wat Thaen Phra Ngam, this historic site has served for centuries as a vital spiritual pillar and cultural anchor for the local community, which includes a significant population of Pa Phlu, Thai Yong (often called Kon Yong), an ethnic group tracing its heritage back to Muang Yong in Shan State, Myanmar. This ethnic group migrated to northern Thailand more than 200 years ago. Stepping onto the temple grounds, visitors are immediately enveloped in a profound sense of peace, as if transported to another dimension where the modern world fades into a s...

From my morning ride discovering Wat Ubost Temple in Nam Phrae - Hang Dong - Chiang Mai in the Northern Thailand. here below the video in YouTube as always, ... always happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com