Wat Phra Borommathat, Chainat

Key attractions include; Wihan Phra Phuttha Si Sanphet (Old Ubosot) Positioned by the Nan River, this building showcases exquisite stucco architecture, with flower patterns adorning the door arches and windows, and Thep Phanom and flower patterns on Bai Sema or boundary marking slab. Inside, it enshrines the Phra Phuttha Si Sanphet image (Luang Pho Rungchai) and statue of former abbot Phra Kru Niraphaiwitet (Luang Pho Thong Yu). Phra Borommathat Chedi This is a 14-metre-high bell-shaped Ceylonese pagoda with octagonal base, no pillars. It contains the relics of Angulimala, a disciple of the Lord Buddha. King Crocodile Phaya Daeng Koei Chai Museum A two-storey concrete building, the first floor features exhibitions on the nation, religion, and monarchy of Thailand, including portraits and royal duties of the Chakri Dynasty. Also showcased are the legendary King “Phaya Daeng Koei Chai,” the giant crocodile of the Nan River. The museum includes multimedia exhibits on 23 crocodile species from around the world.  The second floor houses a 7.60 metres wide, 44 metres long, and 6.30 metres  high statue of the crocodile “Phaya Daeng Koei Chai,” sculpted by local craftsman Mr. Pratuang Sangwiset and his team. This statue, regarded as the largest crocodile statue in Thailand, also includes a room inside for praying, meditation, as well as, stuffed crocodile remains are on display for children and those interested to study. For further details contact, Tel. (66) 5635 3062