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Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
Attraction
4.7 (17210 reviews)
Built by the river in 1324, this ornate temple complex features an enormous, gilded sitting Buddha.
8HVH+MG9 ตำบล คลองสวนพลู อำเภอ พระนครศรีอยุธยา จังหวัดพระนครศรีอยุธยา 13000, Thailand
+66 35 243 867
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Name Origin
The name 'Phanan Choeng' comes from the Khmer language, where 'Phanaeng' means 'overlap' or 'interlace' and 'Choeng' means 'foot,' referring to the Luang Pho Tho statue's cross-legged posture.
Entrance Fee
A small entrance fee of 20 baht is charged to enter Wat Phanan Choeng, payable at a booth near the entrance.
Daily Hours
Wat Phanan Choeng is open daily from 8 am to 5 pm, allowing ample time to explore its beautiful grounds and impressive structures.
Road Access
The temple can be easily reached from Bangkok by taking Road Asia (Highway 32) and following the signs to Ayutthaya.
