Wat Bophit Phimuk, Buddhist temple in Chakkrawat, Thailand.
Wat Bophit Phimuk is a Buddhist temple in the Chakkrawat area featuring traditional Thai architecture and a main hall with the Phra Sam Phuttha Bophit statue in Māravijaya posture. The compound spreads across several structures serving both religious and residential purposes near Phra Pok Klao Bridge.
Originally called Wat Teen Lane, the temple received its current name in 1781 during a major renovation led by Prince Anurak Devesh under King Rama I. This name change reflected a transformation of the sacred site.
The monks' quarters blend Thai and Chinese building styles, reflecting the temple's location near Bangkok's Chinatown. This mix of architectural traditions is visible throughout the grounds.
The temple sits near the base of Phra Pok Klao Bridge and is accessible by bus routes or water taxis serving the Chakkrawat area. The compound has narrow pathways, so allow time to walk through its various sections.
During King Rama II's reign, the temple grounds served as a temporary burial site for victims of a cholera outbreak. This somber chapter in the site's history is no longer visible but remains recorded in local accounts.
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