Phra Mahathat Kaen Nakhon, Buddhist pagoda in Nai Mueang, Thailand.
Phra Mahathat Kaen Nakhon is a nine-level Buddhist structure rising approximately 80 meters with a square base near Kaen Nakhon lake. The building contains Buddha relics and ancient scriptures distributed across its floors, creating spaces for both spiritual devotion and visitor exploration.
This structure was built to commemorate two major anniversaries: the 50th year of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's reign and the 200th year of Khon Kaen's founding. This dual celebration shaped its role as a memorial site within the city.
The structure honors local traditions through murals showing daily life in the Isan region, visible throughout its interior spaces. Religious artifacts on different levels hold meaning for both worshippers and visitors exploring the building.
The structure opens daily in the morning and remains accessible through the afternoon for visitors wanting to explore all levels. From the highest point, visitors can see across the city and surrounding landscape.
The building blends traditional Isan fishnet patterns with architectural elements from the Indochina-Dvaravati period. Four small Buddha relic shrines sit at each corner of the base, carefully integrated into the overall design.
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