[2025 Li District Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Ban Pang - Khruba Si Wichai (Updated Jul)

#thailandtrip 📍 Location: Ban Pang Village, Si Wichai Subdistrict, Li District, Lamphun Province, Northern Thailand Wat Ban Pang is a sacred hilltop temple known as the birthplace and final home of Kruba Siwichai, a beloved monk and spiritual reformer of Northern Thailand. Surrounded by forest and set against the backdrop of gentle mountains, this peaceful temple exudes serenity and spiritual heritage. Inside the temple grounds, you’ll find a Lanna-style viharn, a golden chedi, and a museum displaying Kruba Siwichai’s personal belongings — including his robes, walking staff, and photographs. Pilgrims visit the site to honor his legacy and reflect in the calm atmosphere. ✨ Tips for Visitors: • Best visited in the morning for soft light and cooler air • Wear modest clothing suitable for temple visits • Take time to explore the museum and enjoy panoramic views of the valley • Pair your visit with nearby Wat Doi Phrachan or Wat Phra Bat Huai Tom for a full day of cultural discovery #WatBanPang #KrubaSiwichai #LannaTemple #NorthernThailand #LamphunTemples #SpiritualThailand #PeacefulSanctuary #ThaiCulturalHeritage#localguides #historicallandmarks #familytrip

#Winter attractions - Monument of Kruba Srivichai, Srivichai Bridge - This is the last bridge that Kruba Srivichai built to cross the Ping River, connecting Rim Ping Subdistrict, Mueang Lamphun District, Lamphun Province, with Nong Tong Subdistrict, Hang Dong District, Chiang Mai Province in 1937. However, before the bridge was completed, he passed away. The Monument of Kruba Srivichai is therefore a place to erect a statue of Kruba Srivichai to commemorate the good deeds of Kruba Srivichai in building the bridge. - It is also a Thai cultural square that connects the community, which is a center for the elderly to come and do activities together, such as exercising, fingernail dancing, coconut leaf broom weaving, and many other activities, which demonstrate the lives and lifestyles of people in Rim Ping Subdistrict. - Location: Monument of Kruba Srivichai, at the foot of Srivichai Bridge, Rim Ping Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lamphun Province.

This temple is one of the oldest temples in Lamphun Province. It is very important because it is the temple where Kruba Srivichai was ordained as a monk for the first time and is also the place where he passed away. The temple grounds are shady. When you are at the top, you can see the view because the temple is located on a hill. There are ancient historical sites. When Kruba Srivichai was still alive, it was the Royal Vihara, which was built in the Lanna architectural style. It is one of the most graceful and beautiful. There is a beautiful chapel and a museum of Kruba Srivichai's relics, which contains all of his personal belongings. Location: Tambon Srivichai, Amphoe Li, Lamphun Province