Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan, <em>Bangkok</em>
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Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan, Bangkok

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About Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan

Wat Maha Phruettharam is known for housing several interesting objects, which include mural paintings and a magnificent statue of the Reclining Buddha. The temple complex has three buildings, with the first building being known as Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai. The central building is known as Ubosot and houses the murals. The building at the rear is Viharn where you will be able to witness the Reclining Buddha. Observe the four prang in a row between ubosot and Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai. 

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Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan Highlights

• Visit Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan, an ancient temple known for its mural paintings and a statue of the Reclining Buddha.
• Explore the temple complex which houses 3 buildings, 4 prangs and the Pho Tree under which Buddha sat while being enlightened.
• Walk into the first building, Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai, to observe the beautiful images of Buddha. 
• Admire the mural paintings which you will find on the walls of the second building, Ubosot.
• Feel mesmerised, looking at the magnificent golden statue of the reclining Buddha at the Viharn, the third building of the complex.

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Point of Interest for Wat Maha Phruettharam Worawihan

Visit the Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai

Visit the Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai

Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai is the first building of the temple, where you will find worshippers meditating and praying. The building was named after a venerable monk, Luang Pho, and has many Buddha images. Observe the altar, where you will find several beautiful Buddha images.


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Walk into the Ubosot

Walk into the Ubosot

The Ubosot is the most beautiful building of Wat Maha Phruettharam and is located in the middle of the other two buildings. It is an ordination hall where new monks enter monkhood by taking their vows. Walk into the Ubosot and head towards the altar where you will find the principal Buddha image. Have a look at the walls of the Ubosot where beautiful murals are present from just above the floor to the ceiling. The Ubosot also has a replica of the royal crown of Rama IV.


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Observe the Prang

Observe the Prang

Located between the wall enclosure of the ubosot and Viharn Luang Pho Sukhothai are the four Prang. Take a look at the Prang, which is a religious spire of Khmer origin with intricate carvings and niches on the sides.


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Look out for other temple features

Look out for other temple features

There are several attractive features which are located in the buildings in Wat Mahaprutharam. Look out for the Shofar, which represents the mythical serpent the Naga, and is a horn-like structure, projecting from the apex of the gable. Do not miss out on the Pho tree located within the grounds of Wat Mahaprutharam, under which Buddha sat during his Enlightenment. Admire the hor rakhang, the traditional bell tower.


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Admire the reclining Buddha at Viharn

Admire the reclining Buddha at Viharn

Go to the third building of Wat Mahaprutharam where the 19m gold statue of the reclining Buddha is present. The building also has several other golden statues of Buddha in standing and sitting positions.


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