Wat Nam Lom

Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 08.00 - 17.00

 

Wat Nam Lom is a historic temple located in Nai Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang Nan District, Nan Province. It is a community temple with deep cultural roots and reflects the traditional Lanna way of life. The temple stands out due to its unique origin story as a former island surrounded by water.

 

According to local oral history, the temple area was once an island in the middle of a pond. Villagers built a simple monastery using wood and thatch roofing and invited monks to reside there around 1757. This marked the foundation of Wat Nam Lom as a spiritual center.

 

During the reign of Chao Maha Phrom Surathada, a viharn was constructed between 1886 and 1891, followed by a five-day celebration. Historical evidence includes palm-leaf manuscripts and decorative temple artifacts.

 

The name “Nam Lom” means “surrounded by water,” reflecting the temple’s original geography. Although the water is no longer present, the name remains an important part of its identity.

 

The temple was granted Wisungkhamsima in 1965 and remains an active religious site. The current abbot is Phra Khru Koson Nuntawit.

 

Getting There is easy from Nan city center via local roads. It is accessible by car, motorcycle, or local transport.

 

 

A: It is a historic Lanna-style temple in Nan Province.

 

A: Because it was once surrounded by water.

 

A: Yes, it is close to Nan city center.

 

A: Phra Khru Koson Nuntawit.

 

A: Yes, for cultural and historical experiences.