The impressive Wat Phumin is Nan's most famous temple, originally constructed in 1596, but damaged by flooding and reconstructed mid 1800. The given date's change depending on what resource you are reading, as Thai use the religious foundation of a temple not the real start of building. This temple is famous for the impressive interior with Tai Lue murals (Pu Man). One part of the murals, the whispering man & lady, have even become the symbol of Nan. For more information about Nan province have a look at Destination Travel Guide Nan. If you are planning to travel in Thailand and need help with planning then feel free to send me a email at The Little Elephant in Thailand.
Also famous because it is the only temple build in a cruciform as like it were on the back of 2 giants Dragons (Naga's). In the garden behind the temple is an interesting building called "Hell" (not child friendly), showing what happens to you when you are not a good person. There are local guides to explain you about the tempel, not free and not sure if they have English speaking guides. In the evening all temples in the Historic Center of Nan town are illuminated, what makes a beautiful sight. Nearby the Wat Phumin is the National Museum, Wat Ming Muang and the Tourist Information Center . Next to the temple is the Kuang Muang (City Square) where you can eat when there is the Weekend Market(WalkingStreet) in front of the temple.
The Wat Phumin can be visited all year around, daily from 8:00 - 17:00 and entrance is free. The Wat Phumin is located in the Historical Center of Nan town. If you are staying in Nan town you can get to the Wat Phumin by Foot, Bicycling, Electric Tram or Samlor.
Also famous because it is the only temple build in a cruciform as like it were on the back of 2 giants Dragons (Naga's). In the garden behind the temple is an interesting building called "Hell" (not child friendly), showing what happens to you when you are not a good person. There are local guides to explain you about the tempel, not free and not sure if they have English speaking guides. In the evening all temples in the Historic Center of Nan town are illuminated, what makes a beautiful sight. Nearby the Wat Phumin is the National Museum, Wat Ming Muang and the Tourist Information Center . Next to the temple is the Kuang Muang (City Square) where you can eat when there is the Weekend Market(WalkingStreet) in front of the temple.
The Wat Phumin can be visited all year around, daily from 8:00 - 17:00 and entrance is free. The Wat Phumin is located in the Historical Center of Nan town. If you are staying in Nan town you can get to the Wat Phumin by Foot, Bicycling, Electric Tram or Samlor.
Photo below was made many moons ago, long before the Wat Phumin became a tourist attraction.
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| Old photo of Wat Phumin in Nan town, North Thailand |
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