Wat San Pa Yang Luang
Wat San Pa Yang Luang
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Rex
Bangkok, Thailand17 contributions
This is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in northern region. Beside its long history, you will find many historical and beautiful items. During middle of January, there are always big group of Malaysian visitors visit the temple to celebrate Kroo-Ba In-Dhorn's birthday. He is a one of the high respected monks in the north of Thailand.
Written 1 December 2014
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migueljuanita
Rockaway, NJ32 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
Probably the most beautifull temple I have seen in Southeast Asia! And there was not 1 tourist there.
Written 5 February 2018
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William T
Bangkok, Thailand345 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
The decoration at this temple is out of this world. In the intricate details simply leave you in awe. This is not a temple that many tourist see. But it is certainly a temple more people would enjoy visiting.
Written 29 October 2015
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Sandy P.
Lamphun, Thailand7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
This place is one of beautiful temple in Lamphun. Many people come to pay respect to the Buddha. This location is the place to visit for tourism and foreigners.
Written 25 August 2023
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likeALocal
Dubai, United Arab Emirates19 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
This place has great reviews and I guess it's ok but it's simply a buddah statue and not the best one in Thailand or even lamphun. If you skip it, you won't be disappointed.
Written 21 October 2022
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BangkokSachse
Bangkok, Thailand52,782 contributions
Dec 2019
We (7) visited the temple at 5 pm. The temple has a new main hall and an old hall. The new main hall is amazing and beautiful. The temple is midsized and well maintained. The temple is one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. We donated money to help the temple. We spent about one hour at the temple.
Written 5 December 2019
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Maps582131
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Oct 2018 • Solo
I took the train from Chiang Mai and walked to the Old City. Along the way (to see Wat Prathat ??......the queen’s temple), I saw this Wat.....went inside and was in awe at the beauty and the intricacy of the buildings and the magnificently detailed work of each and every piece belonging to this temple.
I have seen many Wats in Thailand over the years.......I must say that this would be my second favorite (after Wat Phra Chayo in Bangkok, which, unfortunately, these days is heavily touristed).
This was a hidden GEM!!
I have seen many Wats in Thailand over the years.......I must say that this would be my second favorite (after Wat Phra Chayo in Bangkok, which, unfortunately, these days is heavily touristed).
This was a hidden GEM!!
Written 23 October 2018
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blackeaglejim
Chiang Mai, Thailand289 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
This is a little-known but very beautiful temple compound in Lamphun’s suburbs north of the moat enclosing the old town. It was originally the site of the first Buddhist temple in northern Thailand, dating from 541, long before the old city’s foundation. Queen Chamathewi is said to have prayed here often and was cremated here when she died.
The original buildings have long since disappeared and those in Wat Sun Pa Yang Luang, its contemporary replacement, were constructed within the last two decades. The compound contains a few viharns and shrines in the classic Lanna architectural style. The elegant smaller shrines feature layered, sloping dark roofs with gold-trimmed edges. Many multi-tiered white chedis stand in the yard, as well as a huge bell tower. The buildings are all ornately decorated with sculpted figures of Buddhist angels, elephants emerging from the wall bases, large, trumpeting elephants outside the shrines and staircases lined with seven-headed nagas, lizard-like moms or Khmer-style dragon-headed lions.
Located between the main road to Chiang Mai and the railway line, it is seldom visited by tourists, but well worth it for a sample of how classic temple art has survived into the modern age.
The original buildings have long since disappeared and those in Wat Sun Pa Yang Luang, its contemporary replacement, were constructed within the last two decades. The compound contains a few viharns and shrines in the classic Lanna architectural style. The elegant smaller shrines feature layered, sloping dark roofs with gold-trimmed edges. Many multi-tiered white chedis stand in the yard, as well as a huge bell tower. The buildings are all ornately decorated with sculpted figures of Buddhist angels, elephants emerging from the wall bases, large, trumpeting elephants outside the shrines and staircases lined with seven-headed nagas, lizard-like moms or Khmer-style dragon-headed lions.
Located between the main road to Chiang Mai and the railway line, it is seldom visited by tourists, but well worth it for a sample of how classic temple art has survived into the modern age.
Written 7 June 2018
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JamHam
Olathe, KS764 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
I have visited many temples in Thailand, but this is one of the most beautiful. It is the oldest in Lamphun, dating back to about 1000 years ago. The chedi goes back to the 9 hundreds. Like many, when you go by, your missing the beauty. The grounds are immaculate with the chedi and temples that are within. The art surrounding and in the temple is truly magnificent. This is a wonderful spot to visit when in the area.
Written 29 August 2017
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skwenw
8 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
Highly recommend to go on January because of the cold weather.
People inside are nice to giude.
There are few spot for photograph too
People inside are nice to giude.
There are few spot for photograph too
Written 17 January 2017
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Written 27 June 2019
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