Wat Yai Suwannaram

Wat Yai Suwannaram is a Buddhist temple in Tha Rap district, Phetchaburi, Thailand, housing a main shrine with detailed wooden carvings and ancient murals depicting mythological scenes and angels. The building displays craftsmanship from different periods through its ornate decorations and imagery.

The temple was constructed in the 17th century during Thailand's cultural renaissance and underwent major renovations during King Rama V's reign in the late 1800s. These improvements ensured its survival as an important religious building.

The temple walls display five rows of painted angels, with the central figure showing one subduing Mara. These images form part of the visual story that shapes the sacred space inside.

Visitors can reach the temple by walking or cycling from central Phetchaburi, and must remove shoes before entering any buildings. The grounds are straightforward to navigate and the layout allows for easy self-guided exploration.

A wooden pavilion called Sala Kanparian within the grounds originally served as a royal residence of King Suea in Ayutthaya. The structure was later relocated here to honor Supreme Patriarch Taeng-mo.