This small temple, also known as Wat Luang Poh Moh, is of great importance to the residents of Kampeng Phet because of its Buddha statue, Luang Poh Molee, dating from the Ayutthaya period. It is considered very sacred and is believed to possess powers such as the ability to stop the rain.

Wat Thep Molee is located at Ratchadamnoen 1, just before the intersection with 1 Tesa Soi 5.

If you are staying in Kamphaeng Phet, you can reach Wat Thep Molee on foot or by rented bicycle (some hotels and guesthouses, such as the Three J Guesthouse, offer bicycle rentals). Alternatively, you can take a tuk-tuk or hire a songthaew (shared taxi).

Wat Thep Molee 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 Thep Molee? If you are staying in Kamphaeng Phet, you can reach Wat Thep Molee on foot or by renting a bicycle (some hotels and guesthouses, such as the Three J Guesthouse, offer bicycle rentals). Alternatively, you can take a tuk-tuk or hire a songthaew (shared taxi).