Wat
Phra That Chom Kitti
Wat
Phra That Chom Kitti is situated in the small ancient historical
town of Chiang Saen, a former principality of the kingdom
of Lanna. It is located on a small hill about 2.5 km north
of the old city ramparts, next door to the remains of Wat
Chom Chang.
The
origins of both these wats are not entirely clear, though
most experts agree they were probably built before the founding
of the kingdom circ. 10th century. The gold chedi of Wat Phra
That Chom Kitti is currently being restored though there is
unfortunately little else to save.
Being
on a hill means there are some fine views from the wat of
Chiang Saen town, the Mekong River and neighbouring Laos.
The wat's remains are reached on foot by stairs that start
from the old city walls.
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