Why not visit Pattaya’s Wat

Posted by Party Pete on April 29th, 2011 filed in sightseeing

Wat Yansangwararam is the most important temple in Pattaya and it is considered for its unique modern architecture. It is a leading place to visit on excursions in Pattaya and it is under the King of Thailand’s patronage. The temple complex stands on 147 acres of nicely landscaped grounds. The temple produces wide array of architectural styles and structures, surrounded by verdant gardens and vivid flower arrangements, and a school and hospital are also run in the temple complex.

Those who love to mediate and practice it sincerely, would find Wat Yansangwararam, an ideal place. Meditation classes are held in the temple from 6.00am-6.00pm. common people can learn here various types of mediation courses here in the peaceful atmosphere of the temple ideal for meditation.

Wat Yansangwararam is known for its distinct architecture, the graceful temple was built with an intension to gift the world new means of spirituality and has been used to enlighten the tourists as well as local visitors. Its elegant simplicity makes it distinct as the simplicity stands in harmony with the environment. Serene ambience and elegance, are the features of the architecture of Wat Yansangwararam.

Among the temple structures, are the Khmer Mandapa, housing which looks like Buddha footprint, a white 40-metertall Chedi where relics of the Buddha and his disciples are placed, a Swiss Chalet and Shrines in Indian and Japanese styles. Major monuments are the idols of King Rama VII and his wife, the beloved Princess Mother and wax statues of 20 revered monks.
There is also a Chinese Museum located close to the temple and is as popular as Wihan Sian. It houses antiques and art objects from China and it is fantastic viewing these objects in cool, clean satisfying environment.

As Wat Yansangwararam is located by the lake which adds more elegance to its beauty, the small restaurant here offers the visitors snacks and cold drinks which are enjoyable after visiting the temple and the museum.

While visiting Wat Yansangwararam, you should be careful about your dress, as all visitors should have shoulders covered and wear long pants or skirts.