Wat Phra Borommathat

 

Wat Phra Borommathat

 

Wat Phra Borommathat located in Tambon Ko Taphao, this ancient temple underwent several renovations.  The Ubosot (ordination hall) has a beautifully carved-wooden door. Its pediment and gable roof are also woodcraving.  The gilded carved windows depict the history of Lord Buddha.  The stair’s heads feature Nagas (serpents).  The old Wihan (image hall) has a high ceiling with double tiers, and is well equipped with ventilation channels so that it is cool inside.  A gilded stucco Buddha image is housed in the Wihan.  Furthermore, there is another ancient hall with woodcarving that is worth a visit.  This temple is among the ones of great archaeological value.

How to get there : From Amphoe Mueang Tak, follow Highway No. 1 (AH 2)  for around 35 km and take a left turn to Amphoe Ban Tak and across the bridge of Ping river to Highway and take a right turn to Highway No. 1107 and turn left into Highway No. 1175 for around 1 km, the temple is on your left.