Wat Ming Mueang
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A temple that houses Nan's city pillar, its white main hall covered with intricate Lanna-style stucco reliefs, a popular spot for photography.
Wat Ming Mueang is home to Nan's city guardian pillar, known as Sao Lak Mueang. The white main hall's exterior is covered in elaborate stucco reliefs made by craftsmen from Chiang Rai. Inside, the murals depict ancient life and customs of Nan in vivid colors. The pillar pavilion in the courtyard is a Lanna-style building with a gold roof. The temple lies west of the old town center, about a 5-minute walk from Wat Phumin, and admission is free.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Nan National Museum
- Wat Phumin
- Kad Khuang Mueang Walking Street
- Wat Hua Khuang
- Wat Phra That Chang Kham
- Wat Sri Panton
- Wat Phra That Khao Noi
- Wat Phra That Chae Haeng