Chomphuwek Temple, a 300-year-old Mon temple

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck #MuTourismPlaces #OldTemples #Nonthaburi - Wat Chomphuwek is a temple of the people, belonging to the Mahanikaya sect, Tambon Tha Sai, Amphoe Mueang Nonthaburi, Changwat Nonthaburi. - Wat Chomphuwek was built during the reign of King Narai the Great, around 2225-2300 B.E. by Mon people who fled from Burma. The original name was "Wat Chomphuwiwek" because it was located on a high hill that was quiet. Later, the name was shortened to "Chompuwek". - This temple has architecture that combines Thai, Mon, Chinese, Burmese, and Western art perfectly. Inside the temple, there are important ancient sites, such as the old chapel and the chapel that have architectural styles from the reign of King Narai the Great, as well as beautiful and historically valuable murals, especially the image of Mother Earth squeezing her hair, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Thailand. Wat Chomphuwek was registered as a national historical site on May 14, 1974.