Wat Chong Nonsi, Bangkok

History

Wat Chong Nonsi in central Bangkok dates from the late Ayutthaya period.

What to see

The temple has a small ordination hall (ubosot) measuring 20 meters long by 10 meters wide that was constructed with the boat-shaped lines characteristic of the late Ayutthaya period. It contains wall murals painted with only four or five colors, some of which are erotic in nature. There are 32 chedis of rectangular and circular shape around the building.

Unfortunately, the old ubosot and new viharn are not normally open to the public.

Getting there

Take the BTS to Chong Nonsi station. From there a taxi will cost about 65 baht. On leaving the temple, cross over the street and catch a taxi back to the station.

Updated: March 6, 2012.

Wat Chong Nonsi viharn

Wat Chong Nonsi assembly hall.

Wat Chong Nonsi ubosot

Wat Chong Nonsi ordination hall.

Wat Chong Nonsi bell tower

Wat Chong Nonsi bell tower.

Wat Chong Nonsi chedis

Wat Chong Nonsi chedis.