Wat Lao Yao

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Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 08.00 - 17.00

 

Wat Lao Yao Lao Yao, Ban Hong, Lamphun. Wat Lao Yao belongs to the Maha Nikaya sect of Theravada Buddhism. The temple occupies a land area of 17 rai, 2 ngan, and 36 square wah.

 

The temple's structures include a ubosot (ordination hall), vihara (sanctuary), Buddha images, a chedi (stupa), a preaching hall, monastic living quarters (kuti), and a library pavilion for the Tripitaka (sacred Buddhist scriptures).

 

Wat Lao Yao was established in 1857 (BE 2400). According to historical records, it was initially called Wat San Pa Tueng Ngam, named after the "tueng" trees that grew densely in the long forest area where the temple was founded. Over time, as more people settled in the area, the community came to be known as Ban Lao Yao. The villagers built the temple and invited Phra Khru Ba Ta to lead its establishment.

 

The temple was officially granted the boundary for religious ceremonies (Wisungkhamsima) on March 26, 1970 (BE 2513). The first abbot was Phra Khru Ba Ta Khumngern. Over the years, nine other abbots have overseen the temple, and the current abbot is Phra Khru Sangharak Sombat.