Wat Sri Rong Muang, built in 1904 during the reign of King Rama V by Burmese loggers of the Bombay Burma Company, boasts the most beautiful teakwood ordination hall in Lampang. At that time, the city was a center of the teak trade. The typical Burmese multi-tiered roof is supported by round pillars adorned with colorful mosaics and gold motifs. Some elements are inspired by a castle in Mandalay, and the entire interior of the temple is richly decorated with Burmese art. A teakwood Buddha statue, carved by an artist from Mandalay, sits in the vihara. The openwork metal ornamentation on the eaves also reflects the temple's Burmese style. To the right of the vihara stands a large tree surrounded by Buddha statues, a seated Buddha figure, and a small chedi.

Depending on where you are staying in Lampang, you can reach Wat Sri Rong Muang on foot or by bicycle (some hotels and guesthouses rent bicycles). Otherwise, you will need to hire one of the yellow taxis that operate in the city.

Wat Sri Rong Muang is a temple, and when visiting a temple in Thailand there are some rules to follow: appropriate clothing (knees and shoulders should be covered), take off your shoes when entering the building, be quiet, do not hug or kiss, do not point your feet at the Buddha statue, do not smoke.

How to get there

How do you get to Wat Sri Rong Muang? Depending on where you are staying in Lampang, you can reach Wat Sri Rong Muang on foot or by bicycle (some hotels and guesthouses rent bicycles). Otherwise, you will need to hire one of the yellow taxis that operate in the city.