Hua Hin temples

Hua Hin temples

There are several temples in and around Hua Hin, the main being Wat Ampharam in the center of Hua Hin town. This large complex is home to the many monks that can be seen collecting alms in the early morning.

The temple at Bor Fai (Wat Bor Fai) has some impressive ponds teeming with catfish which you can feed after a small donation to the monks, it's located about 5km north of Hua Hin (turn left after the PTT station opposite Anantara Resort).

It is worth to visit Khao Takiab temple located on the top of the Khao Takiab mounth. From there you will have fantastic view on Hua Hin beach.

In front of Khao Takiab village, on the hill to the left, you will notice old Wat Khao Krailas. You are strongly advised to climb on the top of the hill and discover what is left of the old temple and the impressive Buddha statues. New, replacement temple has been builded at the foot of the hill.

The most well known temple is Huay Mongkol Temple located 18 km west of Hua Hin towards Pala U. At the temple there is the biggest Buddha image of Luang Phor Tuad in Thailand. The temple is visited by hundreds of worshipers a day from all over Thailand.

Most people who come to Hua Hin know the prominence of the Wat Huay Mongkhon and hence decide to pay a visit to witness and worship the sculpture of Somdet Luang Poo Tuad Yieb Nam Thale Jued, the world’s largest sculpture of His Reverend Luang Poh Tuad.

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Opening hours: 6am - 9pm every day

Entrance price: Free
Price with tuk-tuk: 500 baht (distance: 18km from Hua Hin)

Laung Poo Tuad

His Reverend Luang Poh Tuad is one of the kingdom’s famous and highly revered Buddhist monks. Many people recognize and remember Luang Poh Tuad for the miraculous act of having turned seawater into fresh water in one incident and, therefore, it was believed that he had supernatural powers. He had gained many followers since then.

Nowadays, people from different places don’t hesitate to travel to Wat Huay Mongkhon, however long the journey may be, to pay respect to the large sculpture situated in this temple, because their faith in Luang Poo Tuad is such. Those who have faith in Luang Poo Tuad firmly believe that his sacredness provides protection against accidents, fire and various types of disasters.

The most prominent feature of this temple is the 9.9m wide and 11.5m high sculpture of Somdet Luang Poo Tuad Yieb Nam Thale Jued with the Royal symbol of Her Majesty the Queen Sirikit at the base. The sculpture depicts the revered Buddhist monk seated in the “lotus” pose. The sculpture was built on the occasion of HMQ Sirikit’s Birthday Celebration (August 12th, 2004).

The famous talismanic objects

In Thailand, people are always on the lookout for something that will appease their mind. The belief in talismans, objects that are believed to have magical powers that shield against bad luck, bring about good luck and help people become wealthy reinforces the above statement. Wat Huay Mongkhon has also been famous for various kinds of amulets or talismans for a long time. Chatukam Ramathep which deniably is the most popular talisman in Thailand at the moment is also available at this temple. Furthermore, you can worship the big Chatukam deity here.

The Real meaning of Merit

Wat Huay Mongkhon has always been a generous institution that promotes and encourages people and other organizations to also make merit outside temple. They have many different projects such as helping small schools, hospitals, border police, etc. by providing them necessary facilities. This is possible because of the contribution people come and make at this holy temple.

The real developer

Phrakru Papatsorn Worrapinit, also known as Phra Archarn Pirot Papatsaro, the present abbot of Wat Huay Mongkhon is the real developer and the person behind all the development of this renowned temple. Phrakru Papatsorn Worrapinit himself is well known country wide as the monk who serves people and the country by all his good deeds.

Wat Huay Mongkhon is open to the public from 6 am to 9 pm everyday. Located about 18 kilometers west of Hua Hin, it is certainly comfortably placed.
Coming to such holy places will calm your mind and will improve your sense of well-being. It’s surely a place worth visiting. Dressing up politely will surely be admired.

Wat Huay Mongkon (Huay Mongkon Monastery)
Tubtai sub-district, Hua Hin district,
Prachuap Khiri Khan province.
Tel: 032 576 187
Fax: 032 576 188