Wat Phichitpitayaram, Buddhist temple in Pathum Thani province, Thailand
Wat Phichitpitayaram is a small temple in Bueng Nam Rak with simple, well-maintained buildings and an ordination hall built in 1971 that serves as the center of activities. The grounds include six wooden monks' quarters, a prayer hall, a bell tower, and spaces for ceremonies and gatherings.
The temple was founded in 1886 and was originally known as Wat Gok Nut, named after its founders Noot and Khun Omr Phakdee. In 1921 it received its current name to honor the nobleman Prince Pichit Preecha, and in 1947 it gained official recognition as a Viharn.
This temple serves as a gathering place for the community, especially during the annual Kathin Festival in late October when villagers offer donations to monks and share meals together. The celebration brings generations together and reflects how deeply local people connect their faith with community bonds.
The temple is accessible on weekdays and weekends, with particular activity in early mornings and during local festivals such as the Kathin Festival. Visitors should show respect, remove shoes when necessary, and be mindful of the monks' daily routines.
The temple houses a Buddha statue called Luang Pho Lek, crafted in early Rattanakosin art style and seated in meditation pose. This statue is a notable feature of the sanctuary and represents artistic traditions reaching back to an early period of Thai history.
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