Wat Phra Yuen, Lamphun Province, Thailand

4.5 (18 reviews) Spent Ranking #8 in Lamphun Points of Interest & Landmarks

Peaceful and picturesque

About a fifteen minute walk across the river from the town centre, this wat had green and lush vegetation (and plenty of mosquitoes in some parts). Very atmospheric, we really enjoyed taking our time wandering the extensive grounds. We were the only visitors which was even better. Peaceful, relaxing and interesting as well, this place has a lot to offer. If you are in the area, don't miss it.
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Amphoe Mueang, Lamphun, Thailand.

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4blackeaglejim 5:00 PM Jun 7, 2018
unusual chedi and interesting murals
This is another of Lamphun’s ancient temple sites, supposedly founded by Queen Chamathewi in the 7th century. In 1063 the local ruler installed a large standing bronze Buddha and in 1370 the Lanna King Ku Na added three more and had a chedi built to hold them. The temple was deserted in the 17th century and rebuilt in the 19th century. In 1900 the Lamphun prince had the present chedi built in the Bagan style of Myanmar, whitewashed, with the four gilded standing Buddhas installed on each side. It’s the outstanding feature in this quiet, secluded compound. The other buildings are all recent and in standard Thai style. The small white ordination hall to the right of the viharn is interesting for its wall murals depicting the life and legends of Chamathewi. They include her journey upriver from Lopburi, arrival in the city and in military campaigns riding her favorite elephant. A painting of her is also on one of the exterior walls of the viharn.
4Peter J 5:00 PM Dec 8, 2019
An interesting temple off the beaten track in Lamphun
This temple is in a residential area. Its very quiet and worth spending an hour or two. There are interesting stupa and chedis to see. There is a large fish pond with some very large catfish. You can buy some fish snacks and watch the frenzy.