Nakhon Pathom attractions

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Operating time: 08.00 - 16.00

Wat Don Knak Don Yai Hom, Muang Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Pathom. It is a Rat temple under the Maha Nikaya Sangha group. Located in Don Yai Hom Subdistrict Mueang Nakhon Pathom District Nakhon Pathom Province Wat Don Khanak used to be a hill with a lot of forest trees. The people who lived there called the local name of the forest Don Khanak and later built a monastery in 1907, a temple famous for one of the sacred things. Nakhon Pathom Province General people of all ages prefer to come to ordain and make merit at the regular Dharma practice office. Nakhon Pathom Province Wat Don Khanak

Inside Wat Don Khanak, there are also sacred things such as Guan Yin Bodhisattva Hall. Reverend Father Four Directions Including Mae Takian where there are many gamblers flocking together before the day of the government lottery and that is indispensable To pass under the church at this temple Most of those who travel will travel to pass under the church 3 rounds or 9 rounds for good things and prosperity.

Lod Bot, Don Khanak Temple A church that is more than 115 years old by way of passing through the church will walk right to left 3 rounds to 9 rounds with the belief that

- The first round is asking for relief from sorrow, disease.

- The second round is for longevity and good health.

- The final round will be a wish for wealth.

History of Wat Don Khanak In the past, it was a monastery built in 1907 by receiving a donation of land as a monastery from Mr. Lai Yousiri and Mr. Yok Kimphet in the amount of 12 rai 2 ngan 60 square meters and later with Mr. Uam, Mr. Put , Mr. Butr and Mr. Naga built 2 more traditional Thai-style cloisters and invited 5 monks from Phai Lom Temple to stay in the Buddhist Lent with Phra Ajarn Take the position of Acting in place of the abbot as the first image. In the past, it was renovated to make it very prosperous in the year 1956.

New Church Don Khanak Temple Inside there are beautiful wall paintings. It is a unique artistic image. by conveying a different storyใ

Serpent 9 Clans There are many people of faith. very popular Which is famous for blessings, fortune, money and also the corner of the Himmapan forest that is very beautiful.

Pumpkin Cave Inside the cave there are frescoes. There are the arts of angels. and Himmapan wildlife playing in the water The tree is not in the middle of the cave. Mimic Makkaliphon The entire cave wall is a simulation of Himmapan forest.

Inside the temple, there is also a community radio station of Wat Don Khanak broadcasting. Contact at number 034-229060, 081-9812091. Contact the abbot at number 081-942-9037.

Travel Car from Bangkok Use Phetkasem Road or New Line to come to Nakhon Pathom Province, you will find the Tha Na intersection. Drive straight through the red light intersection at Tha Na. Drive along Petchkasem Road. You will find Ban Phaeo intersection. (Highway No. 3097 Ban Phaeo - Samut Sakhon).

Then turn left Then drive about 12 km. There will be a junction to turn right. (There is a sign that says to go to Don Khanak Temple), then drive in about 2 km, you will reach Don Khanak Temple (next to Christian University, Nakhon Pathom Province).

Overview	Wat Don Khanak is a local Buddhist temple in Don Yai Hom Subdistrict, Nakhon Pathom. It is well known for its sacred sites, the ritual of walking under the ordination hall, and as a meditation center where visitors come to make merit and seek blessings.
Highlights	115-year-old ordination hall ritual, Guan Yin shrine, Four-Faced Buddha, 9 Naga families, Pumpkin Cave, meditation retreat facilities, and a strong spiritual atmosphere.
History / Period	Originally established as a monastic residence in 1907 (B.E. 2450) on land covered with “khanak” trees, later developed into a temple and expanded significantly after 1956.
Current Abbot	Phra Khru Pathomkhunakorn (Luang Por Bunmee)
Address	Wat Don Khanak, Don Yai Hom Subdistrict, Mueang Nakhon Pathom District, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
Getting There	From Bangkok, take Phetkasem Road toward Nakhon Pathom. Pass Tha Na intersection, turn left toward Ban Phaeo, continue about 12 km, then turn right following the sign to Wat Don Khanak. Drive about 2 km; the temple is near Christian University.
Facilities	Meditation center, separate male/female accommodation, fish feeding area, temple café, local restaurant, multiple shrines and sacred zones.
Zones	Old ordination hall (ritual area), new ubosot, Guan Yin shrine, Four-Faced Buddha hall, 9 Naga families zone, Pumpkin Cave, fish feeding area, meditation zone, café and riverside restaurant.
Nearby Tourist Attractions	1. Wat Don Yai Hom approx. 8 km 2. Phra Pathom Chedi approx. 18 km 3. Sanam Chan Palace approx. 19 km 4. Phra Pathom Chedi National Museum approx. 18 km 5. Don Wai Floating Market approx. 17 km
Nearby Restaurants	1. Romphai Chai Nam Kitchen (in temple area) 2. Don Khanak Coffee & Tea (in temple area) 3. Local restaurants near Wat Don Yai Hom approx. 8 km 4. Restaurants in Nakhon Pathom city approx. 18 km 5. Restaurants near Don Wai Floating Market approx. 17 km
Nearby Accommodations	1. Hotels in Nakhon Pathom city approx. 18 km 2. Hotels near Phra Pathom Chedi approx. 18 km 3. Hotels near Sanam Chan area approx. 19 km 4. Accommodations near Don Wai area approx. 17 km 5. Accommodations in Ban Phaeo area approx. 12 km
Contact Number	Community radio station: 034-229060, 081-9812091 / Abbot: 081-942-9037

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is Wat Don Khanak famous for?

A: The temple is known for its ritual of walking under the ordination hall, sacred shrines, the 9 Naga families, and as a meditation center in Nakhon Pathom.

Q: How do you perform the ritual under the ordination hall?

A: Visitors walk from right to left under the hall for 3 or 9 rounds, believed to remove misfortune, improve health, and bring wealth and good luck.

Q: When was Wat Don Khanak established?

A: It was originally established as a monastic residence in 1907 (B.E. 2450) before becoming a fully developed temple.

Q: What sacred sites can be found inside the temple?

A: Key sites include the Guan Yin shrine, Four-Faced Buddha, sacred Takian tree, 9 Naga families, and the historic ordination hall.

Q: Can visitors join meditation or ordain as lay practitioners?

A: Yes, visitors can join meditation retreats or ordain as lay practitioners by contacting the abbot at the temple.

Q: What are the ordination or precept times?

A: The temple offers precept ceremonies at 06:00 and 18:00 daily.

Q: What is the Pumpkin Cave?

A: It is a themed cave featuring Himmapan forest murals with depictions of mythical creatures and celestial beings.

Q: How do I get to Wat Don Khanak from Bangkok?

A: Take Phetkasem Road toward Nakhon Pathom, turn left toward Ban Phaeo, drive about 12 km, then turn right and continue for 2 km to reach the temple.

Q: Who is the current abbot of the temple?

A: The current abbot is Phra Khru Pathomkhunakorn, also known as Luang Por Bunmee.