Wat Phra Luang

From Phrae, turn right in the village of Sung Noen, 10 km (6 mi.) north of Phrae, to find attractive Wat Phra Luang. The 12th c. chedi resembles Lamphun's pyramidal chedis, but is not so richly articulated. Statues of Buddha fill the niches on all four sides. Beautiful sculptures adorn the unique library building, whose entrances are reached via covered steps. The octagonal bell tower is also of interest. The modern wiharn is decorated with marvelous carving.