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Wat Pratu Pong |
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วัดประตูป่อง |
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Wat Pratu Pong is a small temple located in Wiang Nuea Village,
Muang District, Lampang Province. The vihan of the temple is a
traditional Lanna architecture, which is a must-see for those
who are fond of temple art.
Interesting
Features
The Vihan is Lanna-style building, which is now a
rare sight. Its platform is slightly raised from the ground. The
stairs towards the entrance is decorated with statues of dragon
eating Naga. A Singha statue is placed at each corner in front
of the building. The roof is arranged in tiers, with three
layers at the front and two at the back. Each layer is decorated
with chor-fa and bairaka in the shape of Naga descending from
the top of the roof. There are small spires sticking out along
the ridgepole to prevent birds from nesting or pooping, which
may cause damages to the roof.
The gable (Na Bun) of the vihan, called Na Nab by
northern people, is another notable attraction of the temple.
Its feature is similar to the Na Phrom gable in the central
region. The gable is decorated with auspicious Chinese patterns.
Northern artisans called this gable style Ma (horse) Tang Mai
due to its structure that looks like luggage on horseback that
piles up in pyramid shape. The part below the gable or above the
entrance of the vihan is beautifully carved into the pattern of
giant eating naga. Inside the building, visitors can observe the
ceiling structure which, unlike other vihans in the central
region, is left open, making the hall light and airy all day
long.
The wooden
dwelling is where the upside-down shadow of Phra That can be
seen. The shadow is a strange feature occurring at several
temples in Lampang Province, each of which has a spot for
observing this remarkable phenomenon.
To get to Wat Pratu Pong by car, from the centre
of Lampang, cross Ratsada Phisek Bridge. Turn right at the
junction near Ratsada Phisek Market. Drive straight for a short
while. The temple is on the left.
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Mueang |
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Free |
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18.29522, 99.5054 |
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