Wat Phra Dhammakaya

Wat Phra Dhammakaya is a large modern Buddhist temple located in Khlong Sam, Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province, about 16 km north of Bangkok. Founded in 1970, it is the center of the Dhammakaya meditation tradition. The temple is notable for its vast grounds, the dome-shaped Dhammakaya Cetiya adorned with hundreds of thousands of Buddha images, and its large assembly halls used for meditation and religious ceremonies.

Visitors can expect a vast, modern temple complex with wide open grounds, large assembly halls and distinctive contemporary Buddhist architecture. The central focus is the Dhammakaya Cetiya, a large hemispherical dome covered with Buddha statues, surrounded by an open plaza. Other areas include the Memorial Hall of Phramongkolthepmuni, meditation halls, and exhibition areas. The environment is orderly and spacious, with guided tours and meditation sessions available for visitors.

Founded on Magha Puja Day, 20 February 1970, on an 80-acre paddy field donated for temple construction. Established by Wat Paknam followers Maechi Chandra Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay) and Luang Por Dhammajayo (Phrathepyanmahamuni) with support from Phramongkolthepmuni's Dhammakaya meditation lineage. The temple has expanded significantly since the 1970s to become one of Thailand's largest Buddhist temple complexes.

A major center for the Dhammakaya meditation tradition, emphasizing meditation, Buddhist study and merit-making. The temple hosts large-scale Buddhist ceremonies on important Buddhist holy days such as Magha Puja, Visakha Puja and Kathina, and serves as a learning center for meditation practice for Thai and international visitors.