Wat Khanikaphon, Buddhist temple in Pom Prap district, Bangkok, Thailand
Wat Khanikaphon is a Buddhist temple compound in the Pom Prap district of Bangkok with a central assembly hall, several image rooms, and a traditionally designed bell tower. The buildings are arranged in classic Thai style alongside cloisters and a smaller pagoda, creating a self-contained sacred space.
The temple was founded in 1833 during the reign of King Nang Klao, built with financial support from a businesswoman named Madam Faeng. Its creation reflected the diverse society of that era and the various roles people played in establishing places of worship.
The temple's name was given by King Chulalongkorn and comes from the Pali language, honoring the community's role in its founding. Visitors can still sense this inclusive history woven into the daily worship and rituals that continue here.
The temple is located near Phlapphla Chai police station and is easy to find in this part of Bangkok. The grounds are open to visitors who wish to walk around and explore the buildings and courtyards.
At the temple entrance stands a half-figure statue of Madam Faeng covered in gold leaf, which visitors honor with donations and prayers. This monument is unusual in its celebration of a woman whose generosity helped build a place of worship.
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