Wat Phra Non

Wat Phra Non is a historic Buddhist temple ruin located in Nakhon Chum Subdistrict on the west bank of the Ping River in Mueang Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet Province. Part of the Nakhon Chum zone of Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is notable for its large reclining Buddha image, laterite walls and Sukhothai-period architecture dating to the 14th-15th century, reflecting the area's importance as a satellite town of Sukhothai.

Visitors can expect a tranquil archaeological site within the Nakhon Chum zone, featuring ruined laterite walls, foundation remains of the vihara and ubosot, and a large reclining Buddha image housed in a ruined hall. The site is open-air with grassy grounds, scattered ancient remains and mature trees. It is less crowded than the central historical park, allowing for quiet sightseeing, photography and exploration of Sukhothai-style architecture on foot.

Wat Phra Non dates to the Sukhothai period, around the 14th to 15th century, when Kamphaeng Phet served as an important fortified satellite town of the Sukhothai Kingdom. Built with laterite, the temple features a large reclining Buddha in the Sukhothai style. It is part of the Nakhon Chum zone on the west bank of the Ping River and is included in the Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns UNESCO World Heritage inscription in 1991.

The temple is a significant Buddhist religious site representing Sukhothai Buddhist art and architecture. The reclining Buddha image represents the Buddha entering Parinirvana and remains a focus of respect for visitors. As part of Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park, it reflects the religious and cultural heritage of the Sukhothai era.