Wat Chetuphon

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Outside the southern gate, of historic Sukhothai, are several less visited temples.  Wat Chetuphon is located 2 kilometers beyond the south wall of the city.  The temple was built in 1412 and restored between 1970-1972.

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I have read several explanations for the stone stacking that you see at many temples.  Regardless of the reason, I am fascinated by them.

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  1. Love the stacked stones too! I have been doing them for a few years now at the Lake Michigan beach. I read that they’re called cairns, but I see now that there’s much info online about the history. And again, thanks for the great photos. xoxo

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