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Wat Pa Ked is located on Petch Heung road, Tambon Song Kanong,
Amphoe Pra Pradaeng, Samutprakan. Initially, it was named “Wat
Tanon Ked”. It has been assumed that the temple was built during
the reign of King Rama II. The Fine Arts Department registered
Wat Pa Ked as the national historic site in 1967.
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highlight that attracts the visitor is the old ubosot. It was
built during the reign of king Rama III by the Buddhist Supreme
Patriarch (Don) in cooperation with Prince Kromma Muen Jesada
Bodin. The most outstandingly splendid part of this ubosot is an
engraved pediment with patterns of Narai riding Garuda holding
Naga serpents, surrounded by refined design of intertwined
sprays. The front and the back have big narrow-end columns.
Inside the ubosot enshrined a large principle
Buddha image in ‘Marn Vichai’ posture. There are mural paintings
made by royal artists during the time the temple was built. The
paintings depict the story of the Buddha defeating Mara (the
evil) before his enlightenment. The visitor will learn a
traditional art of local people in early Ratanakosin period,
which will help them perceive their culture.
Moreover,
Wat Pa Ked has Vihara of Luang Phor To, a Buddha image in Marn
Vichai posture which is highly respected among people as well.
Transportation:From Wat Song Tham, drive along Petch Heung
road. It takes around 3 kilometers, you will see Wat Pa Ked on
the right. On the other hand, take an air bus, or a normal bus
no. 82, 138, and cooperated-service bus no.6, then get out at
Pra Pradaeng market. Next, take the bus route: Pra Pradaeng-Bang
Ko Bua to the temple.
Opening Hours:Every day from 8.30
a.m.-4.30 p.m.
Admission Fee:Free |
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Phra Pradaeng |
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13.66817, 100.55541 |
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