Wat Chedi Luang: Earthquake vs. Temple

In the heart of Chiang Mai’s old town is a testament to the enduring legacy of Buddhism in Thailand. Despite enduring the wrath of a 1545 earthquake, the main building of Wat Chedi Luang has stood for nearly 700 years. Admire how the disformed roof and exposed brick have persevered through centuries of conflict and erosion. Elsewhere in the complex, explore the beautiful traditional architecture and reclining buddha, hallmarks of Chiang Mai’s oldest and most renowned temple.