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Tourist attraction: Wat Yai Suwannaram Worawihan, Mueang District | Phetchaburi

Wat Yai Suwannaram Worawihan (Wat Yai)

Wat Yai Suwannaram Worawihan, or simply "Wat Yai" as it is known to the locals of Phetchaburi, is a third-class royal temple of the Worawihan type, of great historical and artistic significance in Phetchaburi Province. It is believed to have been built during the late Ayutthaya period.
This third-class royal temple dates back to the Ayutthaya period and was formerly known as Wat Noi Pak Tai. Within the temple grounds are numerous highlights worth visiting, particularly the Thai-style sermon hall, made entirely of teakwood and roofed with kabu tiles. This late Ayutthaya architecture features distinctive carved wooden doors with cracks said to be the marks of Burmese teeth. Another sacred object at the temple is the Luang Pho Hok Niw, a Buddha image in the Ayutthaya style, with six toes on the right foot. It is believed that those who pay their respects will have their wishes fulfilled. There is also an Ayutthaya-style ubosot (ordination hall) decorated with beautiful murals and a water-filled library.
Location: Tha Rap Subdistrict, Mueang Phetchaburi District Phetchaburi Province
Status: Third-class Royal Monastery, Worawihan Type
History: Formerly known as "Wat Noi Pak Tai," it underwent significant renovations by Somdej Phra Sangkharat (Tangmo) or Somdej Phra Suwannamuni, a Phetchaburi native who had previously studied at the temple. Consequently, the temple was collectively known as "Wat Yai Suwannaram." During the reign of King Rama V, the temple was elevated to royal temple status.
Interesting and Notable Features
The Ubosot
The architecture of the temple is in the Ayutthaya period style, constructed of brick and mortar, with a curved, "ship-shaped" base.
Murals: The interior features exquisite murals, believed to be at least 300 years old. They depict a five-tiered assembly of deities and door guardians on the doors and windows.
The principal Buddha image: This is an Ayutthaya-era Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya posture, with a six-inch Luang Pho statue at the back. This Buddha image is unique in that it has six toes.
The Sala Karn Parian
This entirely teakwood building is believed to have been granted by King Suea of ​​Ayutthaya to build the audience hall.
It holds great historical and artistic value from the Ayutthaya period.
Interesting features include carved door panels, inlaid scrollwork, gilded scrollwork, and traces of axe-like slashes on the doors, which are legendary.
The Pulpit is a beautifully carved, lacquered, and gilded pavilion.
The Ho Trai Klang Nam
This Thai-style hall sits amidst a pond, used to store the Tripitaka.
Wat Yai Suwannaram is therefore a center of the artistic craftsmanship of Phetchaburi. It is an important site reflecting the prosperity of past arts and culture. If you are interested in information about other temples or tourist attractions in Phetchaburi, such as Phra Nakhon Khiri (Khao Wang) or Wat Mahathat, please contact us. Address: 88 Phongsuriya Road, Tha Rap Subdistrict, Mueang Phetchaburi District, Phetchaburi Province Tel: 08 9239 9973