About Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat Worawihan
Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat Worawihan is a second-class royal Buddhist temple located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bang Si Mueang, Mueang Nonthaburi District, Nonthaburi Province, just north of Bangkok. Built between 1847 and 1849 by King Nangklao (Rama III) and dedicated to his mother and maternal grandparents, it is noted for its Thai-Chinese architectural style, fort-like walls, ornate ubosot, murals and riverside setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tranquil riverside temple compound enclosed by crenellated white walls resembling a fort. The complex includes an ornate ubosot (ordination hall) with Thai-Chinese decoration, a vihara, murals, Buddha images, and a riverside pavilion overlooking the Chao Phraya River. The grounds are spacious, shaded by trees, with courtyards and walkways suitable for sightseeing, photography and merit-making in a quiet, less crowded setting near Bangkok.
Key highlights
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Second-class royal temple built by King Rama III between 1847-1849
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Distinctive fort-like white walls and Thai-Chinese architectural style
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Ornate ubosot with detailed murals and principal Buddha image
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Scenic location on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River
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Historic dedication to King Rama III's mother and maternal grandparents