About Wat Phra Borommathat Chediyaram
Wat Phra Borommathat Chediyaram is a historic Buddhist temple in Nakhon Chum, on the west bank of the Ping River in Mueang Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet Province. Built in the Sukhothai period in the 14th century and later restored in Burmese style, it enshrines Buddha relics in its prominent golden chedi. It is one of the most revered temples in the province and a key site of the Kamphaeng Phet heritage area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a spacious temple compound centered on a large golden Burmese-style chedi enshrining Buddha relics, surrounded by viharns, Buddha images, and historic structures. The grounds are open and tranquil on the west bank of the Ping River, with well-maintained gardens and traditional architecture. Visitors can walk around the chedi, view murals and Buddha statues, observe local worship and merit-making, and explore the historic Nakhon Chum area.
Key highlights
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Large golden Burmese-style chedi enshrining Buddha relics
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Historic temple dating to the Sukhothai period in the 14th century
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Located on the west bank of the Ping River in Nakhon Chum old town
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Important center for the annual Nop Phra Len Phleng festival
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Collection of Buddha images, viharn and traditional Lanna-Burmese architecture