Wat Nak Klang

Name: Wat Nak Klang
Address: Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok, TH
Telephone: 024650950
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Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 08.00 - 17.00

Wat Nak Klang Worawihan, a lesser-known sacred gem in Bangkok, is a third-class royal temple (Worawihan status) with origins dating back to the late Ayutthaya period. The temple houses many significant religious and historical structures, making it a meaningful cultural destination.

Among its most revered icons is Luang Pho Phra Phutthaprasit, the principal Buddha image enshrined in the ordination hall (ubosot). This sacred image is a stucco statue coated with lacquer and gold leaf, depicted in the meditation posture (samadhi mudra), measuring 71 inches across the lap and 108 inches in height.

Another unique image is Luang Pho Khon Samor Maha Lap, a rare depiction of the Buddha holding the chebulic myrobalan fruit (samor) a medicinal fruit permitted for monks to consume throughout the year due to its healing properties. The statue portrays the Buddha in a seated posture resembling Chinese or Tibetan style, with a lotus-bud-shaped ushnisha (topknot), and the left hand holding the samor fruit. It is cast in metal, measuring 29 inches wide and 47 inches tall. Legend says this sacred image floated down from the north and was enshrined at Wat Nak Klang Worawihan several centuries ago.

The Suthamphawan Pavilion, also known as the Royal Pavilion of King Taksin the Great, is another revered site within the temple. It enshrines Phra Phutthanimitta (Luang Pho Thong) and lifelike statues of King Taksin the Great in nine different postures, along with his elite guards the warrior companions of this heroic monarch who reclaimed Siam’s independence.

The temple is open for visitors and devotees to pay respect and join in spiritual activities daily.

Worship hours at the main sanctuary are from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM and again from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, during which lay devotees gather for chanting and meditation.

The Suthamphawan Pavilion is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Every Sunday at 3:39 PM, a special group prayer of “Itipiso” chanted 108 times is performed in dedication to King Taksin the Great.

This sacred sanctuary is not only a place of worship but also a spiritual haven preserving the deep historical and cultural legacy of Thailand.