Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn is a second-class royal monastery located in the Chinatown district of Bangkok. This ancient monastery was founded during the Ayutthaya period and was previously known as Wat Sampheng, since it is located within the Sampheng district. The temple was renovated during the reign of King Rama I by a rich man by the name of Somdet Krom Phraratchawang Borworn Mahasurasinghanat, during which time, it was given the name Wat Pathumkhongkha.
Within the ubosot or main chapel is the main Buddha image in the subduing mara (demon) posture. The doors and windows are ornately decorated with lacquered ornamentation in gold leaf patterns. Behind the temple is the Thaen Hin Praharn Kabot, or Execution Stone. This was where King Rama III ordered the execution of Krommaluang Rak Ronnaret for planning a rebellion against him. The canal in front of Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn is regarded as a holy place because the ash of cremated members of the royal family as well as the royal elephants are scattered here.
During my visit to Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn, the temple was undergoing restoration. -- Tim, Earthdocumentary
New and restored Buddha images in Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn are still wrapped in plastic cover
Workman giving finishing touches to a Buddha image at Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn
Tim, with his wife Chooi Yoke, at Wat Pathumkhongkha Ratchaworawiharn
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