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Open Days: Open Daily

Opening Hours: 08.00 – 17.00 hrs.

 

Floating Guanyin (Sawang Sattha Tham Foundation) is a key place of worship in Chachoengsao that connects “faith” with the province’s “public charity work” through the local rescue foundation. The statue was found floating and drifting ashore near the Bang Pakong River bridge on 21 November 1997, before being respectfully enshrined at the Chachoengsao Charity Assistance Association on Suphakit Road, Na Mueang Subdistrict, so that people can pay respects, pray for blessings, and continue making merit on an ongoing basis.

 

Floating Guanyin (Sawang Sattha Tham Foundation) When people talk about faith-based attractions in Paed Riew that locals mention as a place they feel warm and reassured every time they visit, Floating Guanyin is almost always on the list. This is not merely a worship spot in the traditional sense. It is a place that makes the relationship between praying for blessings and doing good deeds tangible. Visitors come to pay respects to Guanyin, and at the same time have the opportunity to support the real social assistance work carried out by the rescue unit and the foundation in Chachoengsao — work that truly takes place in the daily life of the community.

 

The statue is enshrined at the Chachoengsao Charity Assistance Association (Chachoengsao Rescue Unit) on Suphakit Road, Na Mueang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chachoengsao Province. This location is not far from the city center and the Bang Pakong riverfront routes, making it ideal for those who want to plan a one-day trip that blends “merit-making + city sightseeing + good food” without taking a long detour. A visit here is not a special-occasion journey, but a seamless way to include a faith experience within a Paed Riew city itinerary.

 

What makes this place widely remembered at the provincial level is the clearly told origin story of the statue. The Guanyin statue was found floating and came ashore near the Bang Pakong River bridge on 21 November 1997. Residents of Paed Riew then respectfully brought it to this location so that people could worship. This is why the name “Floating Guanyin” is not simply a poetic label, but directly tied to an event that locals collectively recognize and continue to share.

 

When discussing the “distinctive, tangible appeal” of Floating Guanyin, the physical details help visitors visualize the statue clearly. The figure is a standing “floating-style” statue, approximately 119 centimeters tall and about 40 kilograms in weight. The statue’s tone is a warm yellowish hue, and its most memorable feature is the scripture held in the hand. This reflects the “scripture-holding form” in the understanding of devotees, conveying the meaning of teaching and guiding people toward goodness without distinction of status. Knowing this detail often turns the act of worship from a brief stop into an experience of understanding the symbolism embodied in the figure.

 

Another layer that makes worshipping Floating Guanyin here feel different from visiting a typical Chinese shrine or temple lies in the setting: this is a rescue foundation and a charity association. Visitors often see opportunities for merit-making linked to social support, such as donating items for those in need, helping sustain emergency response missions, or contributing according to one’s means. This places “praying for blessings” side-by-side with “doing good deeds” in a concrete way, giving the place meaning beyond photo spots or check-ins.

 

For those planning to visit for worship, the overall atmosphere is generally maintained to be clean, orderly, and calm — as expected in a sacred space with regular visitors throughout the day. Most people do not spend a long time inside, yet many leave with a sense of peace and comfort. In Thai-Chinese devotional practice, worship of Guanyin is closely associated with compassion, protection, and the strength to move through difficult times. From a cultural-travel perspective, this is a place that shows how faith in Thai society is not one-dimensional, but can exist naturally side by side within the same city.

 

The busiest periods are typically during major festivals, especially Chinese New Year, when many people come to pray for auspiciousness for the year ahead. Many families plan a merit-making route across multiple sites in Chachoengsao and include this spot as a key stop because it is easy to reach and well-connected within the city zone. If you prefer a quieter visit, weekday mornings or early afternoons are usually more comfortable, and are better suited for those who want a calmer, more reflective atmosphere.

 

In terms of visiting etiquette, modest dress and respectful behavior are recommended. Although the location is part of a charity association, the worship area is still a sacred zone similar to other spiritual sites. If you wish to take photos, do so without disturbing others, avoid using flash at close range, and avoid photographing other visitors’ faces without permission — especially when they are actively praying or making merit. These practices support respectful travel, helping both visitors and the local community feel comfortable.

 

Getting There From Bangkok, you can take the expressway/motorway and main routes into Chachoengsao city, then head to Suphakit Road in Na Mueang Subdistrict and use a navigation app to reach the Chachoengsao Charity Assistance Association. This is the most direct and convenient option for private cars. If traveling by train, get off at Chachoengsao Railway Station and take a taxi or local hired transport to Suphakit Road in the city zone. Distances within the city are not far, making it easy to plan a relaxed day trip.

 

One advantage of visiting Floating Guanyin is how easily you can connect to other major attractions in Paed Riew right afterward, such as Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan, Ban Mai 100-Year Market, the Chachoengsao City Pillar Shrine, or Bang Pakong riverfront walking and viewing areas. This kind of connected route gives a one-day trip multiple dimensions — faith, history, and riverside lifestyle — so that traveling in Chachoengsao becomes more than just eating good food, but also taking meaningful stories home with you.

 

Seen in terms of the city’s cultural value, Floating Guanyin is a symbol that highlights Chachoengsao’s multicultural identity. In one province, you can encounter Buddhist temples, Chinese shrines, mosques, and charity centers where people of different beliefs share the same spaces as part of everyday life. The uniqueness of this place is therefore not limited to “wishes coming true,” but also the lived image of respectful coexistence — an important cultural asset of Paed Riew.

 

 

A: It is enshrined at the Chachoengsao Charity Assistance Association (Chachoengsao Rescue Unit) on Suphakit Road, Na Mueang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chachoengsao Province.

 

A: The statue was found floating and drifting ashore near the Bang Pakong River bridge on 21 November 1997, then respectfully enshrined here for public worship.

 

A: Open daily from 08.00 – 17.00 hrs.

 

A: It is a standing “floating-style” figure about 119 cm tall and around 40 kg in weight, holding a scripture — a signature of the scripture-holding form.

 

A: You can contact the site at 038-511-410 or 085-013-0946.