About Wat Yansangwararam Woramahawihan
Wat Yansangwararam Woramahawihan is a major royal Buddhist temple complex located in Huai Yai, Bang Lamung District, south of Pattaya in Chonburi Province. Built in 1976 under royal patronage and granted Woramahawihan status, it covers extensive landscaped grounds around a large lake. The temple is notable for its modern Thai architecture, relic enshrinement, meditation facilities, and international pavilions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large, tranquil temple complex set around a reservoir and landscaped gardens. The grounds include the main ubosot and vihara, a large lake with pavilions, wide walkways, and several international-style pavilions. The adjacent Viharn Sien (Anek Kusala Sala) Chinese museum is within the temple precinct. Areas are open for walking, sightseeing, photography of exteriors, and quiet observation of Buddhist practices.
Key highlights
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Royal temple (Woramahawihan) with modern Thai architectural design
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Large lake and landscaped gardens surrounding the main temple buildings
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International pavilions representing architectural styles from different countries
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Viharn Sien (Anek Kusala Sala) museum with Chinese artifacts and statues within the complex
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Meditation halls and relic enshrinement areas