Wihan Phra Achan Thammachot, Buddhist vihara at Wat Pho Kao Ton in Bang Rachan, Thailand
Wihan Phra Achan Thammachot is a Buddhist vihara at Wat Pho Kao Ton in Bang Rachan built with traditional Thai brick architecture and containing multiple Buddha statues. The temple grounds include a spirit house and meditation pavilion where visitors can observe or participate in religious practices.
Phra Achan Thammachot arrived from Wat Khao Nangbuat between 1765 and 1767 to support the village community during conflict with Burmese forces. His efforts left a lasting mark on the spiritual identity of the region.
The vihara is named after a revered monk whose presence shaped the spiritual life of the local community. Visitors can sense this devotion through the daily gestures and offerings made within these walls.
The vihara is easily accessible as part of the larger Wat Pho Kao Ton temple grounds. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and remove their shoes before entering interior areas.
A statue of the revered monk stands on the grounds, originally painted black but now covered in gold leaf. This transformation shows how the monk's status has grown in the community's memory and reverence.
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