[2025 Den Chai Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri (Updated Jun)

🏡 Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkol Khiri, also known as Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkol Khiri Samakkidham, was established in 1977. Located on the hill of Doi Mon Ton, this temple showcases a blend of Lanna-inspired architecture, incorporating distinctive features from various temples into its design. Key attractions within the temple include: 🏠 The Lanna-style ordination hall, which houses a replica of the Phra Buddha Chinnarat. 🙏 Various Buddha statues, such as the replica of Phra Chao Kao Tue from Wat Suan Dok, the reclining Buddha, and Burmese-style adorned Buddha statues, including Luang Por Thanjai. 🛕 Phra That Baramee 30 Tat: This structure features an octagonal base with two tiers. The first tier is adorned with plaster elephants alternating with statues of Pacceka Buddhas. The second tier houses seated and standing Buddha statues. The third tier consists of a group of small round stupas—24 small, 7 medium, and 1 large—totaling 32 stupas. 🙏 At the eastern staircase entrance, there are statues of lions and a large reclining Buddha. 🖼 The cloister features mural paintings depicting Buddhist history and local folktales. 🏘 Suwannahonkam Museum: Constructed entirely of golden teak wood in a Lanna-style design, the museum boasts 101 large teak pillars. It exhibits ancient artifacts from northern cities, including Buddha statues, the Mangrai Code manuscripts, lacquerware, Lanna musical instruments, ancient weapons, portraits of northern royalty, and significant historical events in the Lanna region. ♨️ Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkol Khiri: Located in Sai Yoi Subdistrict, Den Chai District, Phrae Province. 🎯 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/r6o1wXAJYjhRLDAZ6 🕣 Opening hours: 08:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri, or Wat Suthon for short, is a famous temple in Phrae Province. It stands out with its beautiful Lanna architecture combined with contemporary art, making this temple a popular tourist destination for both Thai and foreign tourists. 🌟 Highlights of Wat Suthon: * Beautiful Lanna architecture: This temple has intricate designs and decorations, influenced by Lanna art from various eras, giving it its own unique identity. * Reclining Buddha: Inside the temple, there is a large and beautiful reclining Buddha, which is a popular spot for tourists to pay homage and take photos. * Quiet atmosphere: Although the temple is popular, it still maintains a quiet atmosphere, suitable for making merit and relaxing the mind. * Variety of art: Inside the temple, there are various forms of art, including paintings, carvings, and stucco, reflecting the beliefs and culture of the Lanna people. #NewYearNewTrip #WatPhraThatSuthonMongkhonKhiri

Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri, commonly known as Wat Suthon, is located in Den Chai District, Phrae Province. This temple features beautiful and distinctive Lanna-style architecture, making it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Highlights of the temple: * Architecture: The temple stands out with its exquisite Lanna-style architecture that perfectly blends elegance and grandeur. The intricate decorations can be seen in the ordination hall, the viharn, and the chedi. * Reclining Buddha: Inside the temple, there is a large and magnificent Reclining Buddha that attracts tourists and devotees alike. * Atmosphere: Situated on a hill, the temple offers stunning views of Den Chai District and the surrounding areas. The serene atmosphere makes it an ideal place for relaxation and merit-making. Points of interest within the temple: * Ordination Hall * Viharn * Chedi * Reclining Buddha * Beautifully decorated surroundings Additional Information: * Location: Highway 101 (Den Chai-Lampang), Den Chai Subdistrict, Den Chai District, Phrae Province * Visiting hours: 08:00-17:00 * Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri was newly built in 1977. Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri is a perfect destination for those interested in Lanna architecture, art, and seeking a peaceful and beautiful atmosphere.

#Tourist attraction bundle Tourist attractions.. outside the city of Pae 📍5 check-in points that you shouldn't miss: Tham Phanang Khoi - Pae Mueang Phi - Ban Thung Hong - Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri - Ban Pin Railway Station ⛰️ Tham Phanang Khoi.. located in Rong Kwang District, heading towards Nan Province .. Legendary story of a young woman waiting for her lover. Inside the cave, there are stalactites and stalagmites that are beautifully lit. 🏜️ Pae Mueang Phi.. A unique forest park that was created from a natural phenomenon, wind erosion, leaving only a layer of strong soil. 🧵 Ban Thung Hong.. approximately 4 kilometers from the city of Phrae along Highway No. 101 (Phrae-Nan route) .. is a community that produces and sells Mo Hom fabric products, which is the wisdom of the people of Phrae. ⛩️ Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri.. Located on Phrae-Lampang Road, Den Chai District, Phrae Province .. It is a temple that beautifully combines Lanna and Shan architecture. 🚂 Ban Pin Railway Station.. is a railway station located in Ban Pin Subdistrict, Long District, Phrae Province. .. The railway station building was built during the reign of King Rama VI in a Bavarian architectural style mixed with Thai architecture. #VisitPhrae

Start the journey from Bangkok up north, stop by Bang Pa-In Palace, followed by Ayutthaya Historical Park, see Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and the ancient palace, head to Phitsanulok Province, see Wat Phra Buddha Chinnarat. On the second day, visit Sukhothai Historical Park, Wat Mahathat, Wat Si Sawai and Wat Sa Si, head to Phrae Province, see the reclining Buddha of Wat Phra That Suthon, the reclining Buddha in Burmese art, to be continued in the next episode.

Wat Lab... the most amazing Lanna temple 🎏 📍Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri, Den Chai District, Phrae Province, a secret temple that is not so secret because it is located on the Den Chai-Lampang road. The highlight is the giant reclining Buddha statue on the mountain. When you see it, you will be amazed. 😲 😇 This temple is one of the most beautiful collections of applied Lanna art. It was modeled after important temples in the North and other countries such as Burma, China, and Laos, which Luang Pho Montree, or as the locals call him, Kru Ba Noi, the abbot of the temple, created. The best of 11 Lanna arts that were adapted to build the church, the temple, and various buildings in the temple are as follows: 🔸The front door of the church from Wat Phra That Lampang Luang 🔸The eastern door from Wat Phra That Doi Suthep 🔸The western door From Wat Phra That Luang, Vientiane 🔸 Zigzag-shaped Ubosot base from Wang Prasat Phraya Mangrai, Chiang Rai Province 🔸 Carved doors and windows from Wihan Lai Kham, Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Mai 🔸 Northern style wind chimes from Wat Ton Kwen, Sameung District, Chiang Mai 🔸 7-headed Naga, Khmer style / stucco apsara from Wat Chet Yot, Chiang Mai 🔸 Ho Trai from Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Mai 🔸 Bell Tower from Wat Phra That Hariphunchai 🔸 Large hut made of golden teak from Ban Thai Sibsong Panna, China 🔸 30-tat pagoda, Chiang Saen art from Wat Phra That No (No), Sibsong Panna region 🚗 If you are traveling up north next time and pass this area, we recommend that you come and see its magnificent beauty. And pray for good luck throughout the journey 🙏🏻 Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri Directions: 🚗 Road No. 101 (Den Chai-Lampang) about 5 km from Den Chai intersection (near the military camp of the 12th Infantry Regiment or Phaya Chai Buri Camp)

On the Den Chai-Lampang superhighway, when traveling to Phrae, you should stop by Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhonkiri Samakkhitham or Wat Phra That Suthon, a beautiful temple in Thailand, at least once. Because this place is a center of the most beautiful applied Lanna art in Thailand, including mural paintings #Phrae city explodes

Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri, Phrae Province is one of the most beautiful Lanna art centers in Thailand. There is a large reclining Buddha in the reclining position, a unique Burmese Buddhist art that can be seen from afar. The face is sweet, the robe is beautifully flowing, the soles of both feet are carved with auspicious patterns, and the body is beautifully proportioned. There is a beautiful ordination hall. Behind the ordination hall, there are 30 chedis. The main stupa and surrounding stupas are covered with golden gold, beautifully shining. There is an octagonal base with two layers. The first layer is supported by stucco elephants alternating with molded statues of the Pacceka Buddha. The second layer houses seated and standing Buddhas. The third layer is a group of 24 small round stupas, 7 medium-sized stupas, and 1 large stupa, for a total of 32 stupas. 📍 Den Chai Subdistrict, Den Chai District, Phrae Province #Songkran2024Travel #WatPhraThatSutonMongkhonKiri #Phrae

#summerdream Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri or Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri Samakkhitham is a newly built temple in 1977. It is located on the Phrae-Lampang Road in Den Chai District, Phrae Province. Its highlight is that it is one of the most beautiful temples that collects applied Lanna art. The murals on the walls of the covered walkway tell stories of local Jatakas and the life of the Buddha. There are more than 30 Lanna-style pagodas in the temple grounds. In front of the eastern staircase is a large lion statue. There is a Lanna-style teak museum building that collects stories of Lanna and Phrae. It displays utensils and weapons of ancient warriors, as well as photographs of northern princes and images of various events in Lanna. Currently, Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri has Khru Ba Noi or Phra Athikarn Montri Thammathee as the abbot.

#summerdream Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri is a temple located on the side of the road. It is striking with a large reclining Buddha that can be seen from the side of the road into the temple. In front of the large reclining Buddha is a wide area with plenty of parking. On the right is the way up to the temple above. You can drive up, but there are not many parking spaces at the top. The golden temple has a chapel inside enshrining a Buddha image. Walk around, worship, and make merit. The pagoda itself is unique in one way. It has many small spires around the main pagoda. It is also Burmese-style. It may have been influenced by the Shwedagon Pagoda.

Wat Phra That Suton Mongkhon Khiri is a temple built in 1977. It is a temple that is outstanding in terms of collecting the most beautiful applied Lanna art. Luang Por Montree was the initiator of creating works in this temple. The beauty of the Lanna architecture mixed with the best art and many imitations of the best art of Lanna. The styles were copied from important temples in the North and from abroad, such as Burma, China, and Laos. The highlight of each place was selected and collected in this temple. The perfect combination makes this temple look different from other temples. Every piece of work was built by the best craftsmen in the North. Luang Por Montree supervised, designed, and personally built the important pieces. #dreamvoyage