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Giant Buddha statue at Wat Thaton, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand (25 October, 2006)
Wat Thaton (GPS: xxzz; Thai: วัดท่าตอน(พระอารามหลวง)
) is a major Thai Buddhist temple complex in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. It is located within the small town of the same name, Thaton, which is by the banks of the Kok River, just a short distance from the border with Myanmar.The main highlight of Wat Thatonh is Chedi Kaew, also called the Emerald Stupa. It is located a distance from the temple buildings at the lower level. From here, one can get very good views of the surrounding region. Another major sight is the giant Buddha statue. Called the Phra Buddha Nirandornchai, it can be seen from the lower viharn.
The ubosot, or ordination hall, of Wat Thaton, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand (25 October, 2006)
A golden stupa at Wat Thaton, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand (25 October, 2006)
Tourist Police base at Wat Thaton, Chiang Mai Province. (25 October, 2006)
View of the town of Thaton, with the Kok River, from Wat Thaton. (25 October, 2006)Chedi Kaew, Wat Thaton
Wat Thaton on Google Street View
Wat Thaton (Feb 2012)Wat Thaton is 
on the map of Chiang Mai Province
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