Wat Chana Songkhram

Wat Chana Songkhram is a Buddhist temple in the Chana Songkhram neighborhood near Khaosan Road in Bangkok. The ordination hall houses a central Buddha figure encircled by fifteen smaller statues, while wall paintings depict scenes from Buddhist teachings.

The compound was originally called Wat Klang Na, reflecting its location among rice fields. Following victories against Burmese forces in the late 18th century, it received its current name, which means Temple of the War Victory.

The name of this place connects military victory with religious devotion, a link visitors notice when they learn its meaning. Worshippers light incense and place flower garlands at the altar while monks in orange robes move quietly through the compound.

The compound is open daily from sunrise to sunset, and visitors should cover their shoulders and knees. The temple sits within walking distance of Khaosan Road, making it easy to reach during a stroll through the neighborhood.

Behind the main Buddha figure sits a chamber holding ashes of royal family members from the Front Palace. No other temple in Thailand holds this distinction, making the place a rare witness to royal connections.

Location: Chana Songkhram

GPS coordinates: 13.76040,100.49568

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29