Wat Pho Chai (Luang Pho Phra Sai)

Wat Pho Chai, Nong Khai Province It is a temple that is a symbol of Nong Khai Province. It enshrines Luang Pho Phra Sai, a Buddha statue in the Mara-Vijaya posture from the Lan Xang era. It is cast in bright gold and has a lap width of 2 cubits and 8 inches. Legend has it that the three daughters of the Lan Xang king cast three Buddha statues and named them after each of them: “Phra Soem” is the Buddha statue for the eldest daughter “Phra Suk” is the Buddha statue for the middle daughter “Phra Sai” is the Buddha statue for the youngest daughter Originally, all three Buddha statues were enshrined in Vientiane. Later, during the reign of King Rama III, all three Buddha statues were brought by boat across the Mekong River to Nong Khai Province. However, a strong storm caused “Phra Suk” to fall into the water and drown. As for “Phra Soem” and “Phra Sai”, they were enshrined at Wat Pho Chai, Nong Khai Province. Until the reign of King Rama IV, “Phra Soem” was invited to be enshrined at Wat Pathum Wanaram, Bangkok. 📍 Nong Khai, Nong Khai #WinterTravel#Wat Pho Chai #Nong Khai