Wat Thammikaram or Wat Khao Chong Krachok Located on Khao Chong Krachok Prachuap Khiri Khan city center It is one of the oldest and important temples in the province. It is assumed that it was built in the Ayutthaya period, formerly known as "Wat Chong Krachok".
It was extensively renovated during the reign of King Rama V by Phraya Damrong Thammasan.
In the year 1922, received the Royal Wisungkhamsima Award.
In the year 1960, the status was raised to Second class royal temple, Worawihan type.
Background
Khao Chong Krachok is a limestone mountain with a large gorge. Viewed from below, it looks like clear glass.
It is believed that Queen Chamdevi King of Panthurat City He once came to pay homage to the replica of the Buddha's footprint on the mountain top.
During the reign of King Rama V, King Chulalongkorn His Majesty traveled to the seaside cities. He ascended Khao Chong Krachok and His Majesty ordered the restoration of Wat Chong Krachok
Phraya Damrong Thammasan Governor of Phetchaburi Province The Buddha image in the Pa Lelai posture was brought. From Wat Phra Pathom Chedi to be enshrined on the mountain top
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25 авг 2024
