Tourist attractions: Wat Tha Thanon | Uttaradit

Wat Tha Thanon, also known locally as Wat Luang Pho Phet, is located opposite Uttaradit railway station. The temple houses the magnificent Luang Pho Phet Buddha statue, a work by Chiang Saen Singh I, cast entirely in bronze. The Western-style temple buildings, constructed in 1931, once served as a school for Buddhists and Pali scholars from the surrounding area. Their architecture is breathtaking.

Wat Tha Thanon, also known as Wat Luang Pho Phet by the locals, is one of the most important tourist attractions and temples of Uttaradit.

Important information and sights:

Worship "Luang Pho Phet":

Wat Tha Thanon houses the Buddha statue “Luang Pho Phet”, a sacred Buddha statue revered by the inhabitants of Uttaradit.

This Buddha image exhibits beautiful features in the style of Chiang Saen Singh I.

In the past, Luang Pho Phet was worshipped at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram in Bangkok, according to the royal wishes of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V). Later, however, at the request of the people of Uttaradit, he ordered that the statue be re-erected at Wat Tha Thanon.

History of the temple: This temple was built around 1759.

The temple's original name was "Wat Wang Tao Mo", later it was changed to "Wat Tha Thanon".

Architecture and painting: Inside the Ubosot (ordination hall) there is a shrine to Luang Pho Phet, and wall paintings are also on display.

Location: Wat Tha Thanon is located on the Nan River, opposite Uttaradit railway station. This makes it easily accessible.

Further details about the temple:

Name: Wat Tha Thanon (Wat Luang Pho Phet)

Location: Samran Ruean Street, Tha It Subdistrict, Mueang Uttaradit District, Uttaradit Province

Opening hours: 5:00–20:00

Telephone: +66 55 411 703 This place is an important destination for all those who wish to acquire merit, show respect and admire the beauty of the sacred Buddha image of Uttaradit.