Temples of Thailand

Thailand and its temples all over the country : History, Sacred Buddha images, architecture.
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There are several white temples in Thailand, including Wat Hin Thaen Lampachi (วัดหินแท่นลำภาชี), in Kanchanaburi province.

Built in the shape of a ship sailing on the waves, this Ubosot (ordination hall) is about 50 meters long.

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Buddha figurine in the ruins of Prasat Khom Ban Phanna (ปราสาทขอมบ้านพันนา).

Located in Sakon Nakhon province, it is considered one of the further temple from Angkor.

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Elegant bronze Buddha image at Wat Thong (วัดทอง), Bangkok.

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On its islet, the Ubosot Klang Nam (อุโบสถกลางน้ำ), or Ubosot in the middle of the waters, at Wat Kantha Phrueksa (วัดคันธาพฤกษา), in the Mae Kampong village, Chiang Mai province.

The water here marks the boundary with the sacred area.

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Close to the border with Laos lies the famous Wat Sirindhorn (วัดสิรินธรวราราม).

At nightfall, phosphorescent decorations add a unique touch to its appearance.
Its architecture is inspired by Wat Xieng Thong (ວັດຊຽງທອງ), a temple in Luang Prabang.

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The giant Buddha statue at Wat Thung Tum Kham (วัดทุ่งตูมคำ) covered in coins, Udon Thani province.

According to some recent photos online, it appears that the coins have been removed from its body.

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One of the most spectacular sites in Ayutthaya province : Prasat Nakhon Luang (ปราสาทนครหลวง).

It is a fortress built by Prasat Thong (ปราสาททอง) in the 17th century.
The galleries house very photogenic Buddha statues.

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Why a photo of toilets ?

Because some temples have made a specialty of having unusual toilets.

At Wat Khao Thurian (วัดเขาทุเรียน) in Nakhon Nayok, it's flamboyant mock toilets that symbolizes cleanliness.

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The elegant Ubosot (ordination hall) of Wat Nam Lom (วัดน้ำล้อม), in Nan.

The building date from the late 19th century.

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Wat Phra Yuen (วัดพระยืน), the Temple of the Standing Buddha, is located within the Sukhothai Historical Park.

Its body (made of bricks covered in stucco) is preserved, while its detached head sits at its feet.

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Looking for a weekend outing in Bangkok?

Try Wat Takhian (วัดตะเคียน) and its semi-floating market. It's located in the northwest of the city.

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The giant Buddha statue clinging to the mountainside at Wat Phithak Punnaram (วัดเทพพิทักษ์ปุณณาราม), Nakhon Ratchasima Province.

Visible from the highway, it's one of the symbols marking your entry into the Isan region.

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A chedi built at the turn of the century at Wat Tha It (วัดท่าอิฐ), Ang Thong province.

It can be visited on nine floors, each level featuring vibrant colors from floor to ceiling.

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Stupa of Wat Ku Mai Daeng (วัดกู่ไม้แดง), south of Chiang Mai.

These remains are part of the little-known historic town of Wiang Ta Khan (เวียงท่ากาน)

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The unique Wat Nong Pling (วัดหนองปลิง), near the town of Kamphaeng Phet.

This temple is truly unique, built entirely of laterite. Not only the structure, but also the ornaments and statues!

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A unique Chinese shrine in Chiang Rai province.

It is dedicated to Ji Gong, a 12th-century Chinese monk.

Often depicted laughing, his giant effigy sits in the center of the main pavilion.

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Luang Po Samrit (หลวงพ่อ​สัมฤทธิ์​), the sacred Buddha image of Wat Ton Son (วัดต้นสน), Phetchaburi Province.

This standing statue has a prominent forehead, accentuated by successive layers of gold applied by visitors.

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Wat Si Khun Muang (วัดศรีคูณเมือง), probably the most beautiful temple in Chiang Khan, on the banks of the Mekong river, in Loei province.

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The Prang Ku (ปรางค์กู่), the main Khmer temple in Chaiyaphum province.

More specifically, it is a hospital chapel built in the 13th century.
The site preserves a certain devotion and some low reliefs carved directly into the sandstone.

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Among the few historical temples in Chonburi province, Wat Tai Ton Lan (วัดใต้ต้นลาน) is the most interesting.

Its restored Ubosot preserves paintings, some of which date back to the temple's origins nearly two centuries ago.

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