Wat Na Phramane is the only ancient temple that survived after the second Ayutthaya-Burmese war and Ayutthaya kingdom was collapsed. Year of construction was unknown but it is believed it was built in early Ayutthaya era, with additional details and structures added in later reigns.
The ubosot is one of the most complete examples of late Ayutthayan wat architecture. Built in the mid-15th century, with its thick walls and slit windows, it was one of the largest in the city. The small viharn to the right contains fading wall murals and a beautiful green sandstone Buddha dating from the Mon Dvaravati period and sitting on a throne in the "European" position.
The statue was found at Wat Na Phramane in Nakhon Pathom and moved to Ayutthaya by King Rama IV. Opposite the ubosot is a covered area with statues of deities, including a large one of Phra Setthi Nawakot, "the nine-faced Buddha."
Location:
Wat Na Phramane is located along Khlong Sra Bua and the north bank of the Chao Phraya River just opposite the ancient Grand Palace.
Opening hours: The temple is open from 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Recommendation ***** (Must see)
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| Main Ubosot |
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| History of Wat Na Phramane |
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| Phra Buddhanimitwichitmara Molee Srisanphet Boromtrilokanat |
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| Amulets counter |
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| Mini Buddha's foot |
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| Families come for blessings on a Sunday |
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| Phayants |
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Phra Khandhararat - 1500 years old with 1.7 metres wide
and 5.2 metres high; carved out of green sand stone |
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| Temple keeper showing me around and some very old amulets |
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| Some historical amulets |
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On weekends, there will be a lady fortune teller here, heard from my friend
she's quite good but you will need a translator if you can't speak thai |
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| Some amulets around the open area outside the temple grounds for rent |
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| Fortune telling |
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| Some items at the lady fortune teller's counter |
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