Wat Krathum Suea Pla, Buddhist temple in Prawet, Thailand
Wat Krathum Suea Pla blends Thai and Chinese architectural styles, with many shrines and statues representing important Buddhist figures spread across its grounds. The complex sits near a canal and includes both religious and educational structures within its layout.
The temple was established in 1772 during the late Ayutthaya period and underwent major restoration in 1924 by Chinese immigrant Khun Prawet Chanarak and his wife. This renovation shaped the architectural blend that visitors see today.
The temple displays eighty different Buddha image postures in its museum, including rare representations that show how Buddhist religious art was practiced historically. Visitors walking through can see how each posture carries its own meaning and purpose in Buddhist tradition.
The temple sits on Soi On Nut 67 alongside the Khlong Prawet Burirom canal with parking available for visitors. The grounds are easy to walk through and offer a quiet setting to explore the different shrines and museum.
The principal Buddha image, Luang Pho Phet, is decorated with Russian diamonds and represents a replica of the Sukhothai-style Phra Phuttha Chinnarat. The choice to adorn this statue with such precious gems shows how highly it is valued by those who come to pray.
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