Wat Chalong, A Sanctuary of Serenity and Spirituality
Luang Pho Chaem, Chalong, Mueang Phuket, Phuket
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Introduction
Wat Chalong, located in the Chalong area of Phuket, is one of the oldest and most famous temples in Phuket with a history of over 100 years. The temple adopts traditional Thai architectural style and has four main halls: the main hall, the pagoda, the original site of the temple, and the old ancestor hall. The main hall is the most eye-catching building in the temple, where three bronze statues of high monks are enshrined for worshipers to feel the solemn atmosphere of Buddhism. The pagoda is the tallest building in the temple, divided into three floors. The first floor enshrines seven different postures of Buddha statues based on the day of worshipper's birth. The second floor enshrines a white jade Buddha statue, while the third floor enshrines the holy relic of Buddhism: Buddha's ashes, which was given to Thailand by Sri Lanka, and is very precious despite its small size. The original site of the temple is a small wooden house that has been preserved since the temple was built. It enshrines wax statues of the three high monks and some utensils that were used by high monks, and is also the only hall in the temple with air conditioning. There is also a slightly inconspicuous white building near the center of the temple, where Buddha statues and two bronze guardian statues are enshrined, and worshippers can offer incense through small holes in the mouths of the bronze statues. Wat Chalong also offers inexpensive souvenirs for tourists to buy, but some halls are not open to visitors, so please be aware. Address Luang Pho Chaem, Chalong, Mueang Phuket, Phuket
Transportation Riding a motorcycle from the main road 402 in the north-south direction of Phuket, turn onto the west side road 4021 towards the direction of the Promthep Cape and go about 7 kilometers. The temple is located on the left side of the road, with the highest building, the golden pagoda, as the landmark. Turn left from the main road onto a small road and you can directly see the entrance of the temple.
But it is the largest Buddhist temple on Phuket Island
