Wat Rong Khilek

Description

In the temple Rong Cassia Lek It consisted of the top and the whole round teak pole. In addition, there is a Buddha image in the attitude of subduing Mara. stucco There are 2 small Buddha images on each side, with exquisite teak pulpit. The most interesting part is the mural painted in Chinese tempera paint. The craftsmanship of Thai Yai painters about the subject Vessantara Jataka Phra Malai


and local literature, Suwan Wong Hong Hin, monks, novices and laymen will be accompanied by religious activities in this temple every day and Sunday And also Phra That Ket Kaew Chulamanee, which is outstanding, beautiful. The creation uses stained glass like the Emerald Buddha. and there is also an instant God A large and beautiful white Buddha image facing the temple gate.


History

It was founded as a temple in 1778 by the villagers of Thai Yai (Ngeo) and Thai Khoen as the builders. His Majesty bestowed Wisung Khamsima on November 5, 1921. Education has a Sunday Buddhism Center. Open for teaching. 1978 Also in the temple there is a library where newspapers are read for the public. and the village news broadcasting tower Ancient Lanna Thai Viharn It is a product of folk wisdom. It was built in 1928 to represent the art of Lanna Thai architecture. The ancient gable consists of teak and carvings. and decorated with beautiful stained glass.

REF Rong Khilek Temple (thailandtourismdirectory.go.th)

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