Wat Pradu Chimphli, Buddhist temple in Bangkok Yai district, Thailand
Wat Pradu Chimphli is a Buddhist temple located at the intersection of Khlong Bangkok Yai and Khlong Phasi Charoen in Bangkok Yai district. The site features traditional Thai Buddhist architecture highlighted by a pagoda built in Mon style that stands prominently on the grounds.
The temple, originally called Wat Chimphli, was founded during the early Rattanakosin period under King Nangklao's reign. This era marked the beginning of an established religious community in the area.
The temple's name derives from cotton trees that once grew abundantly in this area and shaped the local landscape. This naming connects the place directly to its natural environment and the historical significance it held for residents.
The temple sits at 1162 Soi Phet Kasem 15 on Phet Kasem Road in the Wat Tha Phra subdistrict. Its location near the canals makes it accessible by both water routes and regular roads.
The principal Buddha image, Luang Pho Sukothai Phraphuttha Samphanthamunee, required eight years of work to complete. This carefully crafted sculpture demonstrates the exceptional skill that goes into creating such important religious artworks.
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