Wat Nong Jab Tao, exquisite architecture, legend of the turtle

#Rainy season attractions Wat Nong Jab Tao is located in Na Chom Thian Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. It is an old temple built in 1937 and has become one of the most popular temples today. With its exquisite architecture and sacred objects that are worth worshiping, especially the statue of a pair of nagas that surround the chapel and the large turtle house, which is unique. Location: Na Chom Thian Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province (near Khao Chi Chan, accessible from Sukhumvit Road, Pattaya to Sattahip or Highway 1003) Opening-closing hours: Open for visits and worship every day from 08:00 to 18:00. The main highlight of Wat Nong Jab Tao is the white chapel, which is beautifully decorated with delicate stucco patterns. There are a pair of colorful nagas that stretch out as a wall surrounding the chapel, creating a magnificent and eye-catching sight as soon as you arrive. Inside the chapel, Luang Pho Mongkhon Chok is enshrined, which is also surrounded by nagas. Another highlight that you can't miss is The large turtle statue, which people like to crawl under 3 times for good luck, fortune and prosperity. In addition, the temple also has other sacred objects to worship, such as Phra Phuttha Rattana Mongkol, a replica of Phra Buddha Chinnarat, a replica of Luang Pho Sothon, Thao Wessuwan and a large Bodhisattva. Pros: * Beautiful and unique architecture: especially the white chapel and the beautiful Naga * Various sacred objects: There are many places to worship and ask for blessings * Turtle crawling activity: enhances good luck and beliefs * Clean atmosphere: The temple is well maintained and the area is spacious * Easy to travel: not far from Pattaya and other tourist attractions in Sattahip Notes: * During public holidays or important days, there may be a lot of people. * It is a temple that focuses on making merit and admiring architecture. There may not be many other activities. Overall, Wat Nong Jab Tao is a beautiful and impressive temple. It is suitable for those who want to make merit, worship sacred objects and admire beautiful Buddhist art. It is another destination that should not be missed when visiting Chonburi. #Wat Nong Jab Tao