Wat Chang Hai Rat Buranaram

Wat Chang Hai Rat Buranaram is a historic Buddhist temple located in Khok Pho Subdistrict, Khok Pho District, Pattani Province, southern Thailand. Commonly known as Wat Chang Hai, it is one of the most revered temples in the region and is closely associated with Luang Pu Thuat, a legendary monk. The temple complex features traditional southern Thai architecture, sacred halls, statues and a museum dedicated to Luang Pu Thuat.

Visitors can expect a spacious temple compound with an ordination hall, vihara, large statue and shrine dedicated to Luang Pu Thuat, chedi, and landscaped grounds. The setting is calm and orderly with covered walkways, Buddha images, and devotional areas where visitors observe prayer and merit-making. A small museum displays artifacts and images related to Luang Pu Thuat and temple history. The site is active for worship and sightseeing.

Wat Chang Hai Rat Buranaram is a historic temple in Pattani associated with Luang Pu Thuat, a highly venerated monk believed to have lived in the Ayutthaya period. The temple has long served as a religious center for the local Buddhist community and is regarded as the primary temple linked to Luang Pu Thuat's legacy in southern Thailand, with structures and artifacts preserved to commemorate his history.

The temple is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in southern Thailand. It is a center for devotion to Luang Pu Thuat, attracting worshippers who come to pay respect, make merit, and seek blessings. The temple plays a central role in local religious festivals and cultural traditions of the Buddhist community in Pattani Province.