Wat Muang, an ancient temple in Singburi, early Rattanakosin period

#Travel to save the world, Wat Muang in Singburi Province is an ancient temple with historical and artistic significance. It is assumed that it was built in the early Rattanakosin period, around the year 2365. It was originally called "Wat Muang" because there were many large mango trees in the temple area. Highlights and interesting things: #Travel to Singburi * Ancient temple: It is a rectangular cement building with a protruding porch. The pediment is decorated with porcelain. Inside is a beautiful local Buddha statue in the Mara-Vijaya posture. * Wall paintings: Inside the temple, there are murals in powdered colors, made by local craftsmen. It is assumed that they were painted during the reign of King Rama IV. They tell the story of the life of the Buddha, the monks' contemplation of the impurities of the body, the Malai Sutta, the images of angels, flower patterns, and the image of the Buddha leaving the Great Pilgrimage. They are graceful and beautiful. * Twelve-cornered recessed pagoda: Located to the southeast of the chapel, it is an early Rattanakosin art pagoda with a receding base and four-sided niches. * Buddha statues in the temple: The Buddha statue in the Mara-Vijaya posture is beautifully made of stucco and covered in gold leaf. The hair is small like a jackfruit thorn, the face is round, the lips and nose are small and short, the monk's robe is cut straight, which is a characteristic of Lan Xang art. * Surrounding atmosphere: The temple is located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, making it have a quiet and shady atmosphere. Reviews from those who have been there: Those who have visited Wat Muang are often impressed by the antiquity and beauty of the architecture, especially the old temple and the rare murals. In addition, the quiet atmosphere is another thing that attracts tourists to visit and pay homage. Overall, Wat Muang is a temple of historical and artistic value. It is worth visiting for those interested in ancient sites and wanting to experience a peaceful atmosphere.