Buddhist temple
Wat Huai Yai
Wat Huai Yai is a Buddhist temple in Huai Yai, known for its Luang Por Kaan hall, principal Buddha image and religious ceremonies.
Temple hours
Daily 05:00–20:00
Places of veneration
Luang Por Kaan hall, principal Buddha image and chedi
Ceremony enquiries
+66 81 369 6122
Locality
Huai Yai, Bang Lamung
Overview
About Wat Huai Yai
Wat Huai Yai is a Buddhist temple in Huai Yai, Bang Lamung. Its own history traces the temple’s foundation to 1643 and identifies the principal Buddha image, chedi and Luang Por Kaan hall as important places within the grounds. Luang Por Kaan was a former abbot closely associated with the temple’s development. His preserved remains are enshrined in a glass casket in the hall bearing his name. Visitors should approach this as a place of religious veneration and follow instructions on entering and photography. The temple publicises chanting, blessed-water ceremonies and bang sakun observances associated with merit-making and remembrance. It also welcomes enquiries about ceremonies connected with Pi Chong, a belief concerning inauspicious zodiac years in Chinese astrology. These are religious practices; participation and the appropriate ceremony should be discussed with temple staff. The temple lists visiting hours of 05:00–20:00. Dress modestly, remove shoes where indicated and avoid interrupting ceremonies. Contact the temple before making a special journey for a particular observance or access to an individual hall.
Within the temple
Luang Por Kaan hall
The former abbot’s preserved remains are enshrined in a glass casket. Observe instructions at the hall.
Buddha image and chedi
The temple identifies its principal Buddha image and chedi among its main places of veneration.
Religious activities
Merit-making and remembrance
Ask about chanting, blessed water and bang sakun observances associated with the living and the deceased.
Pi Chong enquiries
Contact the temple about religious ceremonies connected with inauspicious zodiac years. Confirm the timing and any items to bring.
Planning a respectful visit
Contact before a ceremony
Explain the purpose of your visit by phone or email. Visiting hours do not imply that every ceremony runs continuously.
Dress and photography
Wear clothing suitable for a working Buddhist temple. Remove shoes where indicated and seek permission for photography inside religious halls.
Practical information
Check the latest operating details with the venue before travelling.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 05:00–20:00
- Tuesday
- 05:00–20:00
- Wednesday
- 05:00–20:00
- Thursday
- 05:00–20:00
- Friday
- 05:00–20:00
- Saturday
- 05:00–20:00
- Sunday
- 05:00–20:00
Temple website lists daily visiting hours. Contact the temple for ceremonies and access to individual halls.
Times shown in Asia/BangkokContact and directions
2 Toongklom–Talman Road, Huai Yai, Huai Yai, Chon Buri, 20150, Thailand
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