Phra That Chae Haeng, according to the Lanna people, is the Buddha statue for all those born in the Year of the Rabbit. It is an important religious site in Nan Province and is over 600 years old. Originally a temple for the people, it is now a royal temple. The pagoda houses relics of the Buddha. Its bell-shaped form is decorated with lotus blossoms or leaf motifs, reflecting the Lanna custom of venerating pagodas according to the zodiac sign. Everyone born in the Year of the Rabbit should visit Phra That Chae Haeng in Nan Province at least once.

• Founder: Built in 1353 (BE 1896) by Phaya Kan Mueang, the ruler of Pua (which was then the center of Nan).

• Origin of the relic: Phaya Kan Mueang traveled to Sukhothai to assist King Phaya Lithai (Phra Maha Thammaracha Lithai) in the construction of Wat Luang Aphai. Upon completion of the temple, Phaya Lithai presented him with the *Phra Maha Chinathat Chao* (a relic of the Buddha – more precisely, a bone fragment from the left wrist) as well as votive tablets made of silver and gold.

• Storage: Phaya Kan Mueang brought the relic to Doi Phu Phiang Chae Haeng for safekeeping, a place chosen for its strategic and auspicious location.

• The Stupa: A bell-shaped chedi (stupa) in a style that blends Lanna and Burmese architecture. It is approximately 55.5 meters high and has a square base with sides measuring 22.5 meters.

• Special feature: The entire stupa is covered with brass sheets coated with lacquer and gold leaf, creating a radiant golden appearance that is visible from afar.

• Zodiac Stupa: According to Lanna belief, this is the stupa designated for those born in the Year of the Rabbit.

• Traditional Festival: The Festival of Worship of Phra That Chae Haeng – also known as the *Hok Peng* (Sixth Lunar Month) Worship Festival – takes place annually in March.

Honoring Phra That Chae Haeng, a sacred object of Nan Province