How To Find Your Spiritual Self Through Monk Chats In Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a great place to dig a little deeper and connect with the local culture. If you are on a spiritual journey or just curious, a Monk Chat is the perfect way to spend a few hours in Thailand’s spiritual capital of the north.

What is a Monk Chat?

Monk Chats are quite literally an opportunity to sit down and have a fun and informal chat to local Buddhist monks. Usually, Monk Chats are with novice or younger monks as it is a great way for them to practice their English language skills and meet people from all around the world. This fun cultural exchange is the perfect way to learn more about Thai culture, Buddhism and well anything else you might chat about. You’ll be surprised by what you might learn and the different life ambitions of the monks. The monks can be shy so might come prepared with questions they want to ask you. Please be sure to help facilitate the discussion and tell them a little bit about yourself too. If you are in a hurry you can always stop by briefly and do basic introductions, they’ll thank you for the practice. Anyone is welcome to join a Monk Chat, the more the merrier!

Where do they take place?

Wat Chedi Luang, 103 Road King Prajadhipok Phra Singh, Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Things to remember

Usually, Monk Chats are free but it is recommended that you donate to the temple. Please remember appropriate temple etiquette, and ladies, always remember you should not touch or be alone with a monk at any time.

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