The World’s Sacred Places

Sacred Places

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Wat Phra That Chom Ping

Na Kaeo, Ko Kha, Lampang, Thailand Buddhism

A historic Lampang temple known for a natural-color projected image of its reliquary inside the ordination hall, locally described as a miracle.

Buddha relic tradition and projected relic-stupa image

Wat Phra That Lampang Luang

Lampang Luang, Ko Kha, Lampang, Thailand Buddhism

A major Lanna pilgrimage temple famous for its fortified sacred precinct, golden chedi and revered Buddha images.

Buddha relic tradition of Phra That Lampang Luang