Wat Bang Khae Klang, Samut Songkhram

History

What to see

The most popular object of worship at Wat Bang Khae Klang is a golden statue of Phra Malai, the legendary monk who visited the Buddhist heavens and hells. He sits beneath the main Buddha image, holding a fan in front of his face.

Getting there

The temple can be seen on the regular 5-temple boat tours from Amphawa.

Updated: April 20, 2012.

Wat Bang Khae Klang Amphawa Samut Songkhram Phra Malai

Wat Bang Khae Klang Phra Malai statue.

Wat Bang Khae Klang Amphawa Samut Songkhram Buddha image

Wat Bang Khae Klang Buddha image.