Wat Si Uthumphon, Chainat

Key attractions of Wat Si Uthumphon include; Ubosot Loi Fa (Ordination Hall) This 2-story ordination hall with 100 pillars is notable for its entrance, adorned with a stucco statue of Hanuman opening his mouth. The interior boasts intricate plasterwork, Benjarong (Thai porcelain with designs in five primary colours), and vibrant tiles adorning the columns, walls, and ceilings. It houses Phra Phuttha Si Uthumphon Patimakhon Rattanamani, replicas of Phra Phuttha Chinnasi, and Luang Pho Sukhothai Sukchai. Phra Mondop Characterized by an arch and a long Naga staircase at the front, the pavilion sits between two white pagodas embellished with patterns and delicate carvings; including the Naga, three-headed elephant, deities guarding the steps of the walkway, and giants guarding the entrance. The mondop enshrines Phra Phuttha Chinnasi as the principal Buddha image and features murals depicting Lord Buddha’s biography. It also displays Luang Pho Choi’s body with offerings from worshippers in front of his bier. Ho Phra, Ho Thep, Ho Rakang, Ho Klong Constructed entirely from teak wood, this hall contains holy bells, drums, jade Buddha image, wax figures of revered and famous monks, and statues of deities. Dagger Hall This hall is home to the world’s largest talismanic Mitmor dagger (talismans believed to imbue with power to ward off evil spirits), measuring 9 meters in length and weighing 3,000 kilograms. The blade is crafted from steel, while the handle is made from a century-old Takhianthong tree (Hopea odorata). For further details contact , Tel. (66) 5628 6027