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  Photos of the beautiful details of the wooden carvings at Wat Phrachao Thong Thip Temple in SanPaTong, Chiang Mai Northern Thailand. A very nice small Temple and Indeed, some of the most profound spiritual experiences are found not in monumental grandeur, but in quiet intimacy. Such is the case with this truly small, yet undeniably beautiful temple. Its diminutive scale belies a profound grandeur, expressed through meticulous attention to detail, harmonious proportions, and an aura of serene contemplation that few larger complexes can rival. The heart of this sanctuary, its Viharn, stands as a prime example of this paradox. Though quite recent in its construction, it was built with reverent adherence to time-honored traditions, its every beam and carving reflecting centuries of accumulated wisdom. Far from feeling contemporary, the Viharn seems to have simply emerged from the past, a vibrant bridge connecting ancient artistry with present-day devotion, proving that true beauty a...

Frank Michel Cycling discovering the Wat Phrachao Thong Thip Temple In Ban Klang, SanPaTong - Chiang Mai Northern Thailand   YouTube video and it is always a happy ride  frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com

  Frank Michel Cycling - on today's cycling ride visited Uthayan Tham Daen Puthha Kase and Huai Manao Lake (reservoir). at Ban Mai Sawan in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand August 15 - 2025 Video in YouTube ... and it is always a happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com

Frank Michel Cycling Touring, adventure and discovery in Chiang Mai Northern Thailand. Today visiting the Wat Si Chum Temple, nestled within the quiet confines of Ban Rai Luang, a small village boasting only a handful of homes, stands as a temple of remarkable peace and beauty. This sacred place is not merely an edifice of bricks and wood, but a profound embodiment of the collective spirit and unshakeable faith of its villagers, born from their shared vision and the strong conviction that guided their every effort. Recent additions to the temple have further enhanced its exquisite beauty, carefully blending new elements with the original structure. These enhancements, far from detracting, amplify the tranquil atmosphere that pervades its grounds, offering visitors and villagers alike a profound sense of serenity, a calming of the spirit that is so inherently characteristic of these hallowed and peaceful sanctuaries. Video in YouTube and... always happy ride to all friends frankmiche...

Today I cycled to a visit to a magnificent temple in the Tawang Phrao region south of SanPaTong - Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. Discovering these rural and still so original temples is always a pleasure ... and combining it with cycling is best described as... always happy ride   frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com

a road a friend a smiling time and a visit to the Wat Si Mahawan Temple ( also known as Wat Thung Siao Temple) and it is always ... always happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com

Cycling discover and adventure in the Doi Lor hills side. Today visiting the Samnaksong Mon Pu In Monastery in Yang Kham - Doi Lor  Chiang mai Northern Thailand. moments of the ride ... Thank you and ... always happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com