The Buranathai Buddha statue foundry, founded in 1968 on the initiative of Sergeant Major Thawee, enjoys an excellent reputation. It is very active, which is not surprising given the continued high demand for Buddha statues. Visitors can observe the finishing touches; the casting process itself is not open to the public but is explained on an information panel.

Entry is free. The Buddha Factory doesn't see itself as a typical museum, but rather welcomes visitors who want to take photos – and that's precisely the point: they buy the statues in the attached shop. (Note: Due to the size and other specifications, you must register your Buddha statue at the airport and obtain official permission to export it from Thailand.) The accessible part of the factory is quite small. Bird lovers can visit the neighboring Garden Birds of Thailand for 50 THB per person. Just 30 meters away is the Sergeant Major Thawee Folklore Museum, with a collection of art objects and traditional instruments.

If you choose a hotel near the train station, you can easily reach it on foot or by taking a tuk-tuk car to catch the tuk-tuks from Phitsanulok station.

How to get there

How do I get to the Buddha Factory? If you choose a hotel near the train station, you can easily reach it on foot or by taking a tuk-tuk from Phitsanulok Station.