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| A GUIDE TO MEDITATION CENTRES IN THAILAND |
| NORTHERN - Wat Phradhatu Doi Suthep Rajavoravihara , International Buddhism Center |
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MEANING
OF NAME : |
"Royal Monastery of the Beneficent Angels, Containing A Holy Buddha Relic" |
OTHER
NAME : |
Wat Doi Suthep |
ADDRESS
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Tambon Suthep, Amper Muang, Chiang Mai 50200 |
TELEPHONE
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053-295-012 |
E-MAIL/WEBSITE
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doisuthepinfo@gmail.com |
DIRECTIONS
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Located above Chaing Mai City. The easiest way to Doi Suthep is to rent a Red Truck taxi for 150-300 baht. The cheaper way is to take a taxi to the Chiang Mai Zoo (Thai: Suan Satt) and wait for a shared taxi there to go up the mountain (only during daytime hours. |
MEDITATION
SYSTEM : |
Satipatthana Vipassana (Insight Meditation in line with the 4 Foundations of Mindfulness) based on Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw's teaching |
TEACHING
METHOD : |
Students meet with a teacher once per day, on an individual basis, and are given individualised instruction based on their practice. As the center at Doi Suthep is considered a training center, meditators are required to follow instructions as given and practice wholeheartedly. |
TEACHERS
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Teacher under Taan Ajaan Tong (Phrarajapromajaan) of Wat Chom Tong. |
LANGUAGE
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English and Thai. English-speaking teachers, advisors and staff are always on hand to assist meditators in whatever way possible. |
DESCRIPTION
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Doi Suthep is a famed for its serene and peaceful environment, giving visitors the impression that there really might be angels guarding its pristine beauty. Close enough to be seen from Chiang Mai City, and with a breathtaking view of Thailand's Northern Capital, the monastery is quiet and peaceful, with ancient trees, birds and the occasional fog covering the grounds. The meditation center is fully functional and growing always. For current information on the facilities and pictures of the center please see the website above. |
SIZE
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monks 20 - 30 |
DAILY
ROUTINE : |
Wakeup is at 4 a.m. and practice starts before breakfast. Breakfast is at 6:30 AM and Lunch at 11 AM. Reporting is either in the morning or evening. Meditation is conducted individually, at one's own pace. Meditators are asked to observe 8 precepts during their stay. |
FOOD
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Wat Doi Suthep is fully functional to support international dietary needs. Expect normal Thai dishes without spice and vegetarian alternatives at every meal. For special dietary needs, help can be sought by the foreign department, and drinks are available for the evening. |
ACCOMMODATIONS
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Individual rooms in separate areas for men and women. Kutis are all modern-style with screens, electricity, shared-bathrooms and shower. |
WRITE
IN ADVANCE : |
Yes, please write or enquire in advance by phone or email. |
OTHER
INFORMATION : |
Wat Phradhatu Doi Suthep Rajavoravihara is a Royal Monastery, home of the Vice-Monastic Chief of the Chiang Mai Province. The Meditation Center was founded in 2004, and is run under the guidance of Phra Rajapromajaan (Ajaan Tong Sirimangalo), founder of Wat Rampoeng Tapotaram and current Monastic Chief of Wat Phradhatu Sri Chom Tong. |
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