Phra That Chedi Chum Worawihan Temple, Sakon Nakhon Province

Wat Phra That Chedi Chum Worawihan is an important temple in Sakon Nakhon Province. It is located in Sakon Nakhon Municipality. Inside the temple is Phra That Chedi Chum, a sacred place of worship that Sakon Nakhon people respect and worship. It is believed that it is the place where the footprints of 4 Buddhas in this Bhadrakalpa are enshrined: Phra Kakusandha, Phra Konagamana, Phra Kassapa, and Phra Kotama are enshrined. Characteristics of Phra That Chedi Chum • It is a square-shaped pagoda, approximately 24 meters high. • It was built to cover an ancient footprint of the Buddha, believed to have existed since the time of the Lord Buddha. • It was renovated in the Rattanakosin period, especially during the reign of King Rama V. • Inside the temple is also the place where Luang Pho Phra Ong Saen, a sacred Buddha image of Sakon Nakhon people, is enshrined. Historical and religious significance Wat Phra That Chedi Chum is the center of religion and culture of Sakon Nakhon people. Every year, there is a Phra That Chedi Chum worship festival held on the 9th waxing moon of the 3rd lunar month. Buddhists travel to pay homage for good fortune. If you are interested in visiting Easy to get to, close to Nong Harn and Sakon Nakhon City Pillar Shrine, which are also important tourist attractions in the province. #Where to go in Sakon Nakhon #Thai temple #Visit Sakon Nakhon