[2025 Hang Chat Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Pong Yang Khok (Updated Jul)

Address - 79JM+6MX, Pong Yangkok Subdistrict, Hang Chat District, Lampang 52190 Ambience/Place - Looks old and formidable because it is a wooden temple and the sword marks that cut the temple are clearly visible, including the elephant shrine that is a place of worship. Highlights - Wooden temple, including wood carvings inside the wooden temple Average price per person - Free admission, recommended to go in the morning or before noon Score -10/10 #Lampang

#thailandtrip 📍 Location: Pong Yang Khok, Hang Chat District, Lampang Province, Northern Thailand This serene and ancient temple, also known locally as Wat Pob Gyang Kok, dates back over 1,300 years, built during the time of Queen Chamadevi. The temple features a unique open-sided wooden viharn with a striking multi-tiered teak roof, supported by richly decorated golden pillars. Inside, discover rare Lanna-style murals, stucco work, and a revered Buddha image under a mondop arch, said to be one of the oldest in the region. Sword marks left on beams hint at the site’s storied past. It’s peaceful, atmospheric, and full of soul. ✨ Tips: • Best visited in the morning for soft light and fewer visitors • Wear respectful clothing and remove shoes before entering • Combine with nearby temples and local artisan spots for a full-day outing #WatPongYangKhok #LampangTemple #HiddenThailand #AncientLanna #TeakTemple #CulturalHeritage #TempleJourney#historicallandmarks #历史古迹 #博物馆

Pong Yang Kok Temple is one of the oldest temples in Lampang province. Inside the temple, there are important and interesting features including: The Cham Thewi Vihara, dating back to the time of Queen Cham Thewi in 1253 AD, is a beautiful wooden vihara exemplifying Lampang's architectural style. The three-tiered roof was originally made of wooden shingles but has since been replaced with clay tiles. There is no ceiling. The structure of the vihara, including the beams and columns, is adorned with gold patterns, differing from typical viharas which usually feature painted designs. Inside, there is a small mandapa housing the principal Buddha image, known as Khong Phra Chao. The base is made of brick with intricate stucco designs, housing the principal Buddha image in the diamond meditation posture. The left wall of the mandapa features a stucco arch housing a statue of the Buddha in the blessing posture. The pulpit is made of lacquered and gilded wood with floral designs, set on a brick base with stucco patterns and decorated with various colored glazed tiles in Lanna style. The Gu Chang Nob was built after the completion of the Cham Thewi Vihara. It is a large wooden elephant statue in a kneeling position, raising its trunk with a lotus flower above its head in a gesture of reverence, facing the Cham Thewi Vihara. Pong Yang Kok Temple: Pong Yang Kok Subdistrict, Hang Chat District, Lampang Province Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SUoTuprbFM2pWMni6 Opening hours: 08:00 - 18:00