Wat Phrathat Chom Cho is located in Tambon Wiang, 65 kilometers from the town of Chiang Rai. Phrathat Chom Cho which has been a sacred pagoda of the city of Thoeng since ancient times contains the Lord Buddha’s hair relics. Every year, a ceremony to bath the pagoda is held on the full moon day in the eighth lunar month. The word “Cho” means being good at speaking. To pay homage to Phrathat Chom Cho signifies future success in everything like success starts with a good talk.
To get there: Take the Chiang Rai – Thoeng Route to Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, cross the bridge over the Ing River, and go further for another 250 meters to the entrance to Phrathat Chom Cho. Then, drive up the hill for around 300 meters For further details, contact Tel. 0 5366 6449.
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