Wat Tha Sung

Wat Tha Sung, also known as Wat Chantaram, is a prominent Buddhist temple in Tha Sung Subdistrict, Mueang Uthai Thani District, Uthai Thani Province, Thailand. Located on the east bank of the Sakae Krang River, it is renowned for its Viharn Kaew (100-metre Crystal Mansion) and Prasat Thong Kham (Golden Castle). The temple is historically associated with Luang Por Lersi Lingdam and attracts visitors for its ornate architecture, mirrored interiors, and religious significance.

Visitors can expect a large temple complex on the Sakae Krang River with multiple ornate buildings. The main attraction is the Viharn Kaew, a 100-metre long building decorated with mirrored glass inside and out, housing Buddha images. Nearby is the Prasat Thong Kham, a golden castle decorated with gold leaf, and the Prasat Kaew. The grounds include gardens, Buddha statues, a memorial building for Luang Por Lersi Lingdam, souvenir and food stalls, and areas for merit-making and photography.

Wat Tha Sung is an old temple dating to the Ayutthaya period. It was restored and greatly expanded under the abbacy of Phra Ratchaphrom Yan (Luang Por Lersi Lingdam), a highly revered monk who served as abbot from 1968 until 1992. He initiated construction of the Viharn Kaew and Prasat Thong Kham, transforming the temple into a major religious and architectural landmark of Uthai Thani.

The temple is an important Buddhist religious site and pilgrimage destination in central Thailand. It is revered for its association with Luang Por Lersi Lingdam and houses sacred Buddha images. The mirrored Viharn Kaew and golden castle reflect contemporary Thai Buddhist architectural devotion and merit-making traditions.