About Phutthamonthon
Phutthamonthon is a large Buddhist park in Salaya, Phutthamonthon District, Nakhon Pathom Province, about 30 km west of Bangkok. Built in 1957 to commemorate the 2500th anniversary of Buddhism, it covers approximately 400 hectares. Its centerpiece is the 15.87-meter-high standing Buddha statue Phra Si Sakkaya Thotsaphonlayan Prathan Phutthamonthon Suthat, surrounded by landscaped gardens, lotus ponds and memorial structures.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a spacious, landscaped park with wide paved roads, lawns, lotus ponds and tree-lined avenues centered on a large standing Buddha statue. The grounds include Buddhist memorials, plaques depicting the life of the Buddha, open pavilions and quiet meditation areas. The environment is open and tranquil, suitable for walking, cycling and photography, with vendors and seating areas near the main entrances.
Key highlights
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15.87-meter standing Buddha statue Phra Si Sakkaya Thotsaphonlayan Prathan Phutthamonthon Suthat at the park center
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Expansive 400-hectare landscaped park with lotus ponds and gardens
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Four main ponds and memorial sites representing important Buddhist events
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Stone plaques and sculptures depicting the life of the Buddha
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Major venue for Visakha Bucha Day and other Buddhist ceremonies
History of Phutthamonthon
Initiated in 1955 under Prime Minister Plaek Phibunsongkhram and designed with artist Corrado Feroci (Silpa Bhirasri) to commemorate the 2500th anniversary of Buddhism in 1957 (Buddhist Era 2500). Construction of the park and its central Buddha statue, cast in 1981, was intended as the central Buddhist memorial of Thailand.
Culture & Context
Serves as a major national Buddhist center and pilgrimage site for merit-making, meditation and religious ceremonies, particularly Visakha Bucha Day. The central Buddha statue is regarded as a principal image representing the faith and is a focal point for Buddhist observances.
Route
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