Story Title: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
Episode: 5
Broadcast Date: Saturday 21 December 2013
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane

Overlooking Chiang Mai from its lofty perch, some 3,500 feet (1,053 meters) above sea level the spectacular Buddhist temple can be seen, from wherever you happen to be in the city, clinging to the mountainside near the summit of Doi Suthep.
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• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand.
• When Buddhism was embraced by the Siamese people, the hill became the epicentre of the universe, and the centre of Buddhism in Lanna.R32;
• The temple is often referred to as "Doi Suthep" although this is actually the name of the mountain it is located on.
• The temple is located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from the city of Chiang Mai and is a sacred site to many Thai people.
• From the temple, impressive views of Chiang Mai can be seen and it remains a popular destination for tourists.
• The temple is best visited on days free of cloud or heat haze; the view of the city, and the Ping valley beyond, is breathtaking.
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