Wat Wang Wiwekaram, Buddhist temple in Nong Lu, Thailand
Wat Wang Wiwekaram is a Buddhist temple in Nong Lu featuring both Mon and Thai architectural elements, with a two-story sermon hall and a prominent Buddhagaya Pagoda on its grounds. The buildings blend traditional design features from both cultures into a unified temple complex.
The temple was established in 1953 by Luang Pho Uttama and relocated in 1984 when construction of Khao Laem Dam flooded its original location. This relocation became a turning point in the community's spiritual history.
The temple serves as a center for Mon cultural traditions, with ancient palm leaf manuscripts and Buddhist artifacts displayed in an upstairs museum. Visitors can observe how these religious objects and practices remain central to the community's spiritual life.
The temple is accessible during daylight hours and can be reached via local transport services from Sangkhlaburi district. Planning a visit during morning or afternoon hours works best for exploring the grounds thoroughly.
The original temple structure now rests underwater, creating an unusual submerged religious site known as the Sangkhlaburi Underwater Temple. This remarkable feature reminds visitors of how the community adapted to changing circumstances while maintaining their spiritual practices.
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