[2025 Phayao Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Si Khom Kham, Phayao Lake Town (Updated May)

It is a third-class royal temple, enshrining the Buddha image of the Lanna Kingdom, “Phra Chao Ton Luang”, a gilded stucco Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya attitude, Chiang Saen art style, the largest in the North, with a lap width of 14 meters and a height of 16 meters, built between 2034-2067. Interesting things in the temple include the Ubosot in the middle of the water, Lanna art style in a modified style, located on the edge of Kwan Phayao. Inside the Ubosot, there are beautiful and intricate murals. #dreamdestination #watsrikomkham

Wat Si Khom Kham is an ancient temple that has been a part of Phayao for a long time. The highlight of this temple is the Buddha statue called Phra Chao Ton Luang, which is the largest Chiang Saen Buddha statue in Lanna. It is 14 meters wide and 16 meters high. The Phra Chao Ton Luang Buddha statue is not only a sacred Buddha statue of Phayao, but also a sacred Buddha statue of the Lanna Kingdom. Every Visakha Bucha Day, there is a traditional ceremony to worship Phra Chao Ton Luang in the eighth lunar month at Wat Si Khom Kham.

#Wat Sri Kom Kham or Wat Phra Chao Ton Luang is a third-class royal temple of the Mahanikaya sect. Inside the chapel is the principal Buddha image, Phra Chao Ton Luang. It was built during the reign of Phraya Yot Chiang Rai, the 10th king of the Mangrai Dynasty. It is located in Phayao Province, on the banks of Kwan Phayao. It is an ancient temple over 500 years old. It is still a temple with monks staying there, performing religious activities, and is an important tourist and cultural attraction of the province. #Phayao

On a holiday, I went to pay homage to Phra Chao Ton Luang, a royal temple in Phayao. Inside the temple is the principal Buddha image, Phra Chao Ton Luang Thung Eang, which is large and is a very beautiful Lanna Buddhist art. 🙏🙏

Pay homage to Phra Chao Ton Luang, Wat Sri Kom Kham, Mueang Phayao District, Phayao Province. The back of the temple is next to Kwan Phayao. The atmosphere is very good, especially in the evening. 🌅🌅🌄🌄 #Visit the temple

#VisitSecondaryCities 🏡Wat Sri Kom Kham or Wat Phra Chao Ton Luang, a third-class royal temple, an ancient temple of Phayao, built from 2034-2067. Important and interesting things in the temple include: 🏠 The Vihara During the time when Phayao was evacuated from the war, the city was abandoned until the city was restored in the Rattanakosin era when Lanna was reclaimed from Burma. 🏘 In 2466, under the leadership of Khru Ba Srivichai, the temple was renovated again, building a new Vihara because the old one was dilapidated, building a pavilion, a chapel, a replica of the Buddha's footprint. Inside is the principal Buddha image, Phra Chao Ton Luang. 🙏 Phra Chao Ton Luang was built in 2034 during the reign of Phraya Yot Chiang Rai. It is a stucco Buddha image covered with gold leaf in the Mara-Vijaya attitude, Chiang Saen art style, and is the largest in Lanna. 🏚 Phra Chao Tan Jai is enshrined in a small Vihara. 🛖 Stupa containing the remains of Khru Ba Srivichai 🏕The chapel in the middle of the water, Lanna art style, built in 1985. The chapel is built into the Phayao lake. Inside, there are murals by Angkarn Kalayanaphong, a national artist. ♨️Wat Sri Komkham: Phahonyothin Road 692, Village No. 1, Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang Phayao District, Phayao Province 🎯Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/v3HyFJKJrdejZpiY6 🕖Opening - closing hours: 07.00 - 18.30 #Phayao #VisitPhayao #PhayaoAttractions

#springitinerary "Where misty mountains meet Thailand's most peaceful lake" 🚗 GETTING THERE From Bangkok: 1.5hr flight to Phrae (1,800฿) + 1.5hr drive By Bus: 10hrs from Mo Chit (600฿) direct Best Transport: Rent a bicycle (100฿/day) or motorbike (250฿/day) 🌅 DAY 1: Lakeside Bliss & Cultural Treasures ☀️ MORNING 6:30 AM Phayao Lake Sunrise Watch fishermen's boats glide across the misty waters Pro Tip: Rent a swan paddle boat (50฿/30min) for perfect photos 8:30 AM Breakfast at Rim Phayao Try Khao Soi Phayao (northern curry noodles with local twist) 🏯 MIDDAY 10:00 AM Wat Si Khom Kham Home to Thailand's widest sitting Buddha (22m across!) 12:30 PM Lunch at Baan Ton Nam Must-order: Pla Phao (salt-crusted grilled lake fish) 🌇 EVENING 4:00 PM Wat Analayo Thipphayaram Stairway to heaven with panoramic lake views 7:00 PM Walking Street Market Try Sai Oua (northern herb sausage) and Khao Tung (crispy rice snacks) 🌿 DAY 2: Mountain Adventures 🌄 MORNING 7:00 AM Doi Phu Langka Sunrise viewpoint over sea of mist (1hr drive + short hike) 10:00 AM Ban Din Khao Homestay Learn traditional Lanna pottery making 🚣 AFTERNOON 12:30 PM Lunch at Phu Sang Waterfall Picnic by the warm mineral waterfalls (yes, warm year-round!) 2:30 PM Chiang Kham Ancient Town Explore 300-year-old teak houses and temples 🌙 EVENING 6:00 PM Dinner at The Glasshouse Phayao Modern Lanna cuisine with lake views 💰 BUDGET (2D1N) Accommodation: 500-1,500฿ (lakeside guesthouses available) Food: 300฿/day (delicious northern flavors) Activities: Mostly free (nature & temples) 📸 MUST-CAPTURE SPOTS: Phayao Lake's morning mist Giant Buddha at Wat Si Khom Kham Doi Phu Langka's sea of clouds 🍽️ LOCAL SPECIALTIES: Nam Prik Noom (green chili dip) Kaeng Hang Lay (northern pork curry) Khao Kan Chin (steamed rice wrapped in leaves) "Phayao is northern Thailand's best-kept secret - where time moves as slowly as the fishing boats on its tranquil lake!" Next trip: Nan's hidden temples? Let me know! 😊 Tip: Visit November-February for cool weather and stunning misty mornings! let's go Bueng Kan 🌄🌊 BUENG KAN WEEKEND ESCAPE: Mekong Mystique & Hidden Cliffs! "Where the mighty Mekong carves through Thailand's most dramatic landscapes" 🚗 GETTING THERE From Bangkok: 1hr flight to Nakhon Phanom (2,000฿) + 2hr drive By Bus: 11hrs from Mo Chit (650฿) direct Best Transport: Rent a car (1,200฿/day) for cliffside explorations 🌅 DAY 1: Mekong Wonders ☀️ MORNING 6:00 AM Phu Thok Sunrise Climb the 7-level wooden staircase through jagged cliffs (free entry) Secret Spot: Hidden Buddha cave at Level 5 8:30 AM Breakfast at Rim Khong Try Khao Piak Sen (handmade noodles) with Mekong views 🏞️ MIDDAY 10:30 AM Three Whale Rocks Massive sandstone formations resembling breaching whales 1:00 PM Lunch at Baan Phu Sing Famous for Pla Pao (salt-crusted Mekong fish) 🌇 EVENING 4:00 PM Wat Phu Tok Cruise Longtail boat along Mekong cliffs (300฿/hour) 7:00 PM Bueng Kan Night Market Try Sai Grok Isan (fermented

#springitinerary "Where misty mountains meet Thailand's most peaceful lake" 🚗 GETTING THERE From Bangkok: 1.5hr flight to Phrae (1,800฿) + 1.5hr drive By Bus: 10hrs from Mo Chit (600฿) direct Best Transport: Rent a bicycle (100฿/day) or motorbike (250฿/day) 🌅 DAY 1: Lakeside Bliss & Cultural Treasures ☀️ MORNING 6:30 AM Phayao Lake Sunrise Watch fishermen's boats glide across the misty waters Pro Tip: Rent a swan paddle boat (50฿/30min) for perfect photos 8:30 AM Breakfast at Rim Phayao Try Khao Soi Phayao (northern curry noodles with local twist) 🏯 MIDDAY 10:00 AM Wat Si Khom Kham Home to Thailand's widest sitting Buddha (22m across!) 12:30 PM Lunch at Baan Ton Nam Must-order: Pla Phao (salt-crusted grilled lake fish) 🌇 EVENING 4:00 PM Wat Analayo Thipphayaram Stairway to heaven with panoramic lake views 7:00 PM Walking Street Market Try Sai Oua (northern herb sausage) and Khao Tung (crispy rice snacks) 🌿 DAY 2: Mountain Adventures 🌄 MORNING 7:00 AM Doi Phu Langka Sunrise viewpoint over sea of mist (1hr drive + short hike) 10:00 AM Ban Din Khao Homestay Learn traditional Lanna pottery making 🚣 AFTERNOON 12:30 PM Lunch at Phu Sang Waterfall Picnic by the warm mineral waterfalls (yes, warm year-round!) 2:30 PM Chiang Kham Ancient Town Explore 300-year-old teak houses and temples 🌙 EVENING 6:00 PM Dinner at The Glasshouse Phayao Modern Lanna cuisine with lake views 💰 BUDGET (2D1N) Accommodation: 500-1,500฿ (lakeside guesthouses available) Food: 300฿/day (delicious northern flavors) Activities: Mostly free (nature & temples) 📸 MUST-CAPTURE SPOTS: Phayao Lake's morning mist Giant Buddha at Wat Si Khom Kham Doi Phu Langka's sea of clouds 🍽️ LOCAL SPECIALTIES: Nam Prik Noom (green chili dip) Kaeng Hang Lay (northern pork curry) Khao Kan Chin (steamed rice wrapped in leaves) "Phayao is northern Thailand's best-kept secret - where time moves as slowly as the fishing boats on its tranquil lake!"

Wat Sri Komkham, Phayao Province It is a third-class royal temple. It enshrines the Buddha image of the Lanna Kingdom, “Phra Chao Ton Luang”, built during the reign of Phraya Yot Chiang Rai, the 10th king of the Mangrai Dynasty. It is a stucco Buddha image covered in gold leaf in the Mara-Vijaya attitude, Chiang Saen style, the largest in the North. It is 14 meters wide and 16 meters high. 📍 Tambon Wiang, Mueang Phayao District, Phayao Province #NewYearNewTrip #WatSriKomkham #PhayaoMustVisit

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Wat Sikomkham is another temple in Phayao Province. If you talk about Phayao Province, you shouldn't miss paying homage to the largest Phra Buddha Chinnarat in Phayao Province. If anyone has the opportunity, they should stop by to pay homage to increase auspiciousness in life. You can also walk to see the river at Kwan Phayao. I must say that the view is very beautiful. The area is quite wide. #Visit Wat Phayao

Come and pay homage to the Lord Buddha for good luck.

When you come to Phayao, you must stop by to pay homage to Phra Chao Ton Luang.

Phayao Provincial Temple

Wat Sri Komkham or Wat Phra Chao Ton Luang is an important temple in Phayao Province. Inside the chapel is the Phra Chao Ton Luang statue. The area behind the temple is next to Kwan Phayao. 🙏🙏🛕🛕 #Worship and ask for blessings #Phra Chao Ton Luang, Wat Sri Komkham

Wat Sri Kom Kham is located on the bank of Kwan Phayao, Mueang District, Phayao Province. It is a temple that is a symbol of Phayao. It is the location of Phra Chao Ton Luang, the largest and oldest Buddha statue in the Lanna region. “Phra Chao Ton Luang” is a bronze Buddha statue in the Mara-Vijaya attitude, measuring 14 x 16 meters. It is currently the principal Buddha image in the royal chapel. It is believed to have been built around 2034 during the reign of Phraya Mueang Yi, ruler of Phayao. The people of Phayao consider it a sacred Buddha statue of the city. Every sixth month of the year, there is a Phra Chao Ton Luang worship ceremony. #NortheasternTeam #WaitingForTheDayToTravel #MissingNature