Wat Huay Mongkol

ทางหลวงหมายเลข 3219, Thap Tai, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand

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The Big Buddha Temple is a famous place for believers to worship. The most famous one here is the Big Buddha LP Thuad, a monk who is admired and loved by believers in Thailand. LP Toh passed away on March 6, 1682 at the age of 99. Here visitors can pray for the safety of themselves and those they care about. According to monk legends, he was born in 1582. After his birth, he was left with seven-colored gems by a giant python. Later, after becoming a monk, he encountered a big storm in a boat. After he put his feet in the sea, the sea water glowed and was drinkable. After saving a boat full of people, he gradually became a well-known monk in Thailand and even the Buddha in the hearts of people and was enshrined. Pray for good luck under the statue In addition to this huge statue, there are many small Thai-style statues and monuments here. People who come here follow Thai traditions, such as sticking gold leaves on the statue or walking under a wooden elephant. 3 times to pray for good luck.

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