Wat Phai Lom is an old temple in Chanthaburi. The remaining structures within the temple, such as the monks' quarters and the sermon hall, are beautifully decorated with carved wood in a gingerbread style, all of which are nearly a hundred years old and should not be missed. The highlight is the ordination hall, which was built at least during the late Ayutthaya period. This can be seen from the curved base of the hall, known as the 'elephant belly' or 'rope belly,' a characteristic of late Ayutthaya architecture. Inside the hall, there are also ancient murals depicting the Ten Jatakas and the life of the Buddha, which remain in excellent condition, created by Ayutthaya-era artisans.

In addition, there is also the largest reclining Buddha in the eastern region, enshrined inside the vihara. It is located on Trirat Road, approximately 500 meters from K.P. Grand Hotel. Based on the architectural style, it is assumed that the ubosot is a type of building from the reign of King Rama III onwards. There is a cloister wall surrounding all four sides, each with an entrance. The rear wall has five supporting columns, without capital decorations. The base of the building is straight, with a small twelve-cornered chedi inside the cloister wall. The mural paintings depict bonsai trees and Chinese-style flowers, tales from the Ten Births (Dasabodhisattva Jataka) and the Buddha's life stories. The style of the paintings is likely from the period after King Rama III's reign, as foreigners are depicted in large numbers in the paintings.

• Private Car: Take Highway No. 3 (Sukhumvit Road) heading into Chanthaburi city center. The temple is located in the heart of the city.

• Public Transport: Alight at the Chanthaburi Bus Terminal and continue by local songthaew (shared taxi truck) or motorcycle taxi to Wat Phai Lom.

• It is recommended to visit during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the intense heat during the day.

• Visitors should dress politely and respectfully when entering the temple grounds, as it is a sacred place.

• Prepare a camera to capture the beauty of the Reclining Buddha and the ancient architecture of the temple.

Admission Fee:

• No admission fee

Opening Hours:

• Open daily from approximately 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.