Wat Pracha Sattha Tham, Buddhist temple in Wong Sawang, Thailand
Wat Pracha Sattha Tham is a temple in Wong Sawang featuring a large Ubosot hall with a roof of terracotta tiles decorated with Dharma wheel motifs. A central Buddha statue anchors the interior, and murals on the building walls illustrate Buddhist teachings throughout the complex.
The temple emerged during Thailand's modern Buddhist revival as a center of the Saeng Tham Song Chiwit movement, which promoted meditation practices. This movement became significant in the spiritual renewal of the region during the contemporary period.
The local community gathers here regularly for prayer and meditation, especially during traditional Buddhist celebrations throughout the year. Monks perform daily rituals and create a space where visitors can experience spiritual practice firsthand.
The temple is open to visitors during regular hours and offers parking facilities as well as guided tours to explore the grounds. Visitors should dress modestly, remove shoes where appropriate, and follow standard temple etiquette during their visit.
The grounds feature minimalist landscaping aligned with principles of natural simplicity, creating a calm contrast to the bustle outside. This intentional design approach reminds visitors that spiritual practice thrives in quietness and reduction.
Location: Wong Sawang
GPS coordinates: 13.81874,100.51901
Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07
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