About Wat Suwan Khuha
Wat Suwan Khuha, also known as Wat Tham or Monkey Cave Temple, is a Buddhist cave temple in Krasom Sub-district, Takua Thung District, Phang Nga Province. Set inside a large limestone cave, it is notable for its 15-meter reclining Buddha image, historic Buddha statues, stalactites and stalagmites, and resident monkeys at the entrance. It is an active place of worship and a popular stop between Phuket and Phang Nga town.
Visitors guide
Visitors enter a spacious limestone cave housing a large reclining Buddha and numerous Buddha images, chedis and votive offerings. The cave interior features stalactites, stalagmites and natural rock formations with subdued lighting. Outside, a forested limestone cliff, temple buildings, and troops of macaques near the entrance and parking area. Visitors can walk through the main cave chamber, observe worshippers making merit, and explore the surrounding temple grounds.
Key highlights
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Large 15-meter reclining Buddha image inside the main cave
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Limestone cave with stalactites, stalagmites and natural formations
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Historic Buddha images and shrines within the cave
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Troops of macaque monkeys inhabiting the cave entrance area
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Active Buddhist temple with local worship and merit-making
History of Wat Suwan Khuha
Wat Suwan Khuha is a historic temple dating to the early Rattanakosin period, traditionally associated with the reign of King Rama I to Rama II. The cave was developed as a temple enshrining Buddha images, including the large reclining Buddha, and has been restored and maintained as an important religious site in Phang Nga.
Culture & Context
An active Theravada Buddhist temple and place of pilgrimage for local communities. The cave is used for worship, meditation and merit-making, and houses revered Buddha images. The temple reflects the tradition of cave temples in southern Thailand where natural caves serve as shrine halls.
Route
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