Chiang Mai has over 300 Buddhist Temples and many of these temples display some of the finest art and architecture of the Lanna Kingdom. In Thailand, a Temple is called a Wat. Many of these amazingly beautiful Temples have become tourist attractions but all are places of worship and should be treated with respect. Whilst a very few of these Temples receive support from the State, most Temples depend on support from their parishioners for their existence. In Chiang Mai, entry to these Temples is free for foreigners except in Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, which makes a small charge, however, all would welcome a small donation. Many Thai people are devout Buddhists and will make frequent visits to a Temple to give offerings to the Monks and to make merit for themselves. In the villages, The Temples are the very centre of community life.