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Wat Phaya Wat - |
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The location of the temple used to be the downtown of Nan when
ancient kings moved the city to the west side ofNanRiver. The
main chedi (pagoda) was built by laterite brick with Sukhothai
style during Queen Jamadevi (660 A.D.) or Nang Chamthewi
ofHariphunchaiKingdombut later was renovated with Chiangmai arts
during the King Tilokaraj period (1442-1487 A.D.). In the main
ubosot (Buddhist chapel) is enshrined Buddha statue called
“Prachao Fon Saen Ha” or the Buddha of Rain whichNanpeople used
to bring out for a possession to ask for rain. There is an
engraved pulpit which is believed to be the oldest one madeNan’s
craftsmen.
Opening hours: 8 am-5 pm To get there: This
temple is located just before reaching the town on Highway No.
101. Take Highway 101 from Nan city to Ban Phaya Wat then turn
right to Highway 1025 and go further about 300 meters. |
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Wat Phaya Wat |
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Free |
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18.77066 N |
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