Wat Tai Yo, a community worth visiting
by เที่ยวลองดู
Jul 7, 2025
Wat Thai Yo
🌟 Highlights
- An ancient temple about 200-240 years old, built around the beginning of Thonburi or the reign of King Rama III
- Outstanding with 3 Thai-style hip roof houses (1 abbot's house and 2 monks' houses), Mongkol Sutra and Matra Sutra architecture, mixed with southern and Chinese styles
- The back is located on Khao Pheharn (Khao Wihan), which has a nearly 240-year-old Sri Lankan-style pagoda with 150 steps and a pavilion overlooking Songkhla Lake
🕒 Opening-Closing hours
Open Monday-Friday 07:00-18:00
Closed on Saturday-Sunday (according to information from Wanderlog and other sources)
🚗 How to get there
Located at the end of Koh Yo, Koh Yo Subdistrict, Mueang Songkhla District, a short drive or motorcycle ride from the city
There is a bridge and a pavilion by the water in front Enjoy the view of Songkhla Lake comfortably
🙏 Activities not to be missed
- Pay homage to "Luang Pho Dam", an important Buddha image in the temple (the principal Buddha image in the Sala Parian or what the locals call "Phra Yok")
- Walk up Khao Pheharn - 150 steps to see the lake view and walk to pay homage to the pagoda on the mountaintop
- See the architecture of the Thai-style hip roofed huts - Learn about the wisdom of ancient construction, the pillared building that is not buried in the ground, the roof of Koh Yo tiles
💡 Little tips
Recommend going in the morning - late morning or evening for a cool breeze and beautiful photos
If you are interested in learning about southern Thai architecture or the history of old temples, Wat Tai Yo is a great choice.
Don't forget to go up to the pagoda on the mountain to receive both merit and a beautiful lake view
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