“Houses Phra Phuttha Singh Song, a revered Lan Xang-style Buddha image of Mukdahan, set beside the Mekong River in a peaceful and sacred atmosphere.”

Wat Phra Phuttha Singh Song is one of the oldest and most important temples in Mukdahan Province. Located along Samran Chai Khong Road near the Mekong River and the city’s original riverside community, the temple has long been closely connected to the history and establishment of Mukdahan. It is regarded as a major spiritual center for both Thai and Lao people living along the Mekong River.The temple’s most sacred treasure is “Phra Phuttha Singh Song,” a bronze Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya posture, blending Lan Xang and Chiang Saen artistic styles. The image measures approximately 1 meter across the lap and 1.2 meters in height_. According to local legend, Chao Chan Kinaree, the first ruler of Mukdahan, brought the Buddha image from Vientiane during the founding of the city, making it a symbolic guardian and spiritual center of the community.

The Buddha image is admired for its graceful facial features, elongated eyes, finely detailed halo and hair curls, all reflecting the elegance of traditional Lan Xang craftsmanship. The intricately decorated base further demonstrates the influence of ancient Mekong-region art. Art historians often describe the image as a remarkable fusion of late Chiang Saen and flourishing Lan Xang artistic traditions.The temple grounds are peaceful and shaded by large trees, surrounded by religious buildings that combine northeastern Thai and Lan Xang architectural elements. The ordination hall features simple yet elegant decorative details, preserving the distinctive atmosphere of historic Mekong riverside temples. The temple also continues to serve as an important venue for local religious ceremonies and community events.

During the annual Songkran Festival, the sacred Phra Phuttha Singh Song Buddha image is ceremonially paraded around Mukdahan city, allowing residents and visitors to pour water over the image for blessings. The tradition is believed to bring prosperity, peace, and good fortune, and remains one of the province’s most meaningful cultural celebrations.Thanks to its location near the Mekong River, visitors can also enjoy riverside scenery, local riverside lifestyles, and nearby attractions such as Indochina Market Mukdahan and Towerwithin the same travel route. This makes Wat Phra Phuttha Singh Song both a sacred religious site and an important cultural attraction of Mukdahan Province.


How to Get There
  • By Car: From Mukdahan Tower, drive toward Indochina Market. The temple is located just north of the market and can be reached within a few minutes.
  • Local Transport: Visitors can conveniently use local sky lab tricycles or taxis from anywhere in downtown Mukdahan to reach the temple.

Travel Tips
  • Visit the ordination hall to pay respect to Phra Phuttha Singh Song for blessings and good fortune.
  • After worshipping, take a relaxing walk along the Mekong River and enjoy the peaceful riverside atmosphere, especially in the evening.
  • The Songkran Festival is the liveliest time to visit, featuring the annual procession of the sacred Buddha image around the city.
  • Dress politely and respectfully when visiting the temple grounds.

Admission Fee:

  • Free admission (donations are welcome)

Opening Hours:

  • Open daily from 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Wat Phra Phuttha Singh Song

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