Wat Maheyong, Buddhist temple ruins in Hantra, Thailand
The temple grounds contain a large eastern-oriented ordination hall measuring 17 meters wide by 35 meters long, enclosed by boundary walls with small chedis.
Built in 1438 during King Borommaracha II's reign, Wat Maheyong served as a military base during the 1568 conflict between Siam and Burma.
The principal chedi features eighty elephant figures at its base, reflecting architectural influences from Sri Lanka seen in other Thai religious structures.
The temple complex spans 95 by 214 meters with multiple entrance points and includes informational signs explaining the historical significance of different structures.
King Thai Sa constructed a royal residence near the temple following its three-year restoration project completed in 1713.
Location: Hantra
Website: http://watmaheyong.org
GPS coordinates: 14.36366,100.59409
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:52
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