Wat Mahathat, Chiang Khan District, Loei Province

Wat Mahathat Famous for asking for blessings in terms of honesty and promises Wat Mahathat, Chiang Khan District, Loei Province is an ancient temple with historical and cultural significance for Chiang Khan. It has an interesting history as follows: * Establishment and history: * Wat Mahathat was built in 2197 B.E. along with the founding of Chiang Khan by Phraya Si Arkhad. * In the past, this temple was the city hall of Chiang Khan for many eras, reflecting its importance as the political and spiritual center of the community. * The temple received the royal charter of the boundary markers on February 3, B.E. 2219. * Architecture and art: * Wat Mahathat is a place to showcase local art in the Lan Xang architectural style from the 22nd-24th Buddhist centuries. * There is a Mahathat pagoda for worship. * The old ordination hall and the sala kan parian have cultural significance: * Wat Mahathat is the place where "Luang Pho Yai", a sacred Buddha image that is the center of the hearts of Chiang Khan people * It is an important place for organizing traditional ceremonies and various religious activities of the community * It is important as a source of learning about the history and culture of Chiang Khan Currently, Wat Mahathat is still an important temple and is highly respected by Chiang Khan people and tourists who visit #Chiang Khan attractions #Visit temples #Visit Loei province