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Wat Umong, Chiang Mai

History

Located in a forested area, Wat Umong is a major center for vipassana meditation.

What to see

The temple features a number of meditation tunnels and a large Buddha head brought from Phayao and dating from 1400-1550.

Getting there

Updated: February 14, 2012.

Wat Umong Chiang Mai chedi

Wat Umong chedi.

Wat Umong Chiang Mai buddha head

Buddha head at Wat Umong.

Wat Umong Chiang Mai tunnel

Wat Umong meditation tunnel.

Wat Umong Chiang Mai lion capital

Wat Umong lion capital.