Tour to Jed Yod Temple

Jed Yod temple  the wat of people that born in year of the Snake zodiac

Additionally referred to as Wat Maha Photharam, Jed Yod Temple ("Temple of the Seven Spires") is one of the central metropolis's most elegant sites. The quietness of this temple is amazing. The previous structure that has survived so many centuries is not to be missed. Nonetheless in use by locals everyday.
Regardless of being one of the vital necessary historical temples in Chiangmai and having a number of the most stunning authentic stucco artwork in Thailand, Jed Yod Temple is largely quiet and freed from tourists. It’s not only fairly peaceful, but Jed Yod Temple can be designed like a miniature version of Bodh Gaya, making it an fascinating temple to poke round and take a look at.

History The chedi was built in the course of the reign of King Tilokkarat within the late 15th century (his remains are in one of the smaller chedis), and in 1477 the World Sangkayana convened here to revise the doctrines of the Buddha. The First Buddhist council was held not lengthy after the Buddha passed away. The meeting was comprised of 499 enlightened Arhat monks plus the monk Ananda, who had served because the Buddha’s personal attendant for a lot of years. Though he had not but attained Arhatship before the council started, Ananda was invited to attend because of his unbelievable power of reminiscence and shut proximity to the Buddha for thus many years. Ananda could recall every instructing of the Buddha verbatim, making his inclusion on the assembly necessary. In those days, religious texts in India had been always preserved by memorization, not by writing them down.
One other unusual highlight of the temple is many small statues of snakes, which have been left their as choices, especially on the shrine on the again side of the viharn below the shade of the Bodhi tree. In Lanna custom, there is a temple related to each Zodiac sign (Lanna model of Asian zodiac indicators), and this temple is related to those born in the year of the Snake zodiac sign.
Sights in Wat Jed Yod

The viharn with 7 peaks
Positioned close to a major freeway, the grounds of Wat Jed Yod are nevertheless inexperienced and peaceful. The temple's structure is patterned after the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, India, where the Buddha discovered enlightenment. The seven spires characterize the seven weeks he subsequently spent in meditation there. The temple additionally incorporates Thai, Lao, Indian, and Chinese influences, giving it a singular but elegant appearance. The oblong base of the pagoda is embellished with 70 weathered bas-reliefs, thought of masterpieces of Lanna art. The temple roof may be climbed, but sadly only male guests can enjoy this privilege.
Contained in the viharn is a large seated Buddha on a pedestal with a somewhat smaller Buddha image in front of it placed reverse the entrance. One of many sides of the viharn accommodates a tunnel like structure where a large sitting Buddha picture is enshrined. Next to the viharn are two giant gongs and a lot of bells. Behind the viharn is the extra fashionable ubosot or ordination hall.

Three pagodas
There are three chedis on the temple premises - Phra Chedi is the largest one which was in-built 1487 and houses the shrines of the temple’s maker, the second chedi has collapsed, and the third one nonetheless remains in a kind of a dilapidated state with its top missing.

Different constructions on the temple grounds
The second viharn of the Wat Jed Yod is a very elegant typical Lanna style viharn with a 3 tiered roof and ornately decorated facade. Naga snakes on both aspect of the steps are guarding the entrance. A big Bodhi tree on the grounds that is said to have been planted by King Tilokkarat himself is a descendant of the tree underneath which the Buddha meditated and reached enlightenment.

How to get to the Jed Yod Temple
The Jed Yod Temple is located within the North West part of Chiangmai metropolis, around 2 kilometers from the previous walled city center. The temple is found just North of the Chiangmai to Lampang superhighway (Highway eleven), just a few hundred meters from the Chiangmai Nationwide Museum. To get there, take a tuk tuk (agree on the price earlier than setting off) or drive there your self on a rented bicycle. The most comfortable way to get there's by private tour. Most hotels can e-book one for you or contact travel agency in Chiang Mai.
Access price and open time
Open 6:00 - 18:00 Admission is free