Yotchiangrai became king after the death of his grandfather, King Tilokkarat, in 1487. He was the grandson of the well-respected King Tilokkarat and took the throne after a challenging childhood; his father was executed due to suspicions of disloyalty.^[8] During his eight-year reign,^[9] Yotchiangrai built the Wat Chedi Chet Yot temple to honor his grandfather.^[9] However, his time as king wasn't smooth, as he faced conflicts with neighboring kingdoms, especially Ayutthaya. By 1495, either due to his choice or others' pressure, he stepped down, making way for his 13-year-old son.^[10]

His reign, along with the rule of his grandfather and son, is considered the "Golden Age" for the Lan Na kingdom.^[11] This era was marked by a surge in art and learning. Chiang Mai became a hub for Buddhist artistry, producing unique Buddha statues and designs in places like Wai Pa Po, Wat Rampoeng, and Wat Phuak Hong.^[12] Apart from stone statues, the period also saw the crafting of bronze Buddha figures.^[13] This expertise in bronze was also applied in creating stone tablets that highlighted royal donations and important announcements.^[14]