Wat Khiri Wihan (Wat Tha Lean)

Opening days: Daily

Opening hours: 08.00 - 17.00

 

Wat Khiri Wihan (Wat Tha Lean) It was formerly known as Wat Tha Lean or Wat Phu Khao Yuan. Located at Ban Tha Luen It is an old temple that is over 110 years old, but has been restored until the whole temple looks new. Located on the mountain, giving views below the forest, mountains and the sea with a shady atmosphere. It is a small forest garden with neatly planted teak trees. The distinctive feature of the temple is its beautiful architectural construction. And there is a combination of modern art as well.

     

Important religious places within the temple area include A large chapel, a chedi, a royal residence for Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Dhammasarn Uthit and unity Hall of Worship Chinese temple that enshrines abundant Buddha images Avalokitesvara and Phra Sangkachai.

 

How to get there: From the city, take Highway 318, Trat - Khlong Yai - Ban Hat Lek for about 20 kilometers.