Monk Chat programme tips

Chiang Mai is known as a spiritual city, largely in part to the vibrant temples that appear on every street. With over 300 temples in the city and surrounding areas, you’re spoiled for choice on which to see – but beyond simply visiting them, consider delving deeper into Thai Buddhism by learning about it directly from a practitioner. Through the Monk Chat programme, visitors can volunteer an hour or two of their time to help monks practice English, in an informal, friendly setting. Multiple locations host Monk Chats, and there’s no teaching experience necessary – just a willingness to share your culture and learn about theirs. You might find you have more in common with a monk than you think!

Chiang Mai is known as a spiritual city, largely in part to the vibrant temples that appear on every street. With over 300 temples in the city and surrounding areas, you’re spoiled for choice on which to see – but beyond simply visiting them, consider delving deeper into Thai Buddhism by learning about it directly from a practitioner. Through the Monk Chat programme, visitors can volunteer an hour or two of their time to help monks practice English, in an informal, friendly setting. Multiple locations host Monk Chats, and there’s no teaching experience necessary – just a willingness to share your culture and learn about theirs. You might find you have more in common with a monk than you think!