Wat Ban Chom Phra is an ancient temple in Yang Chum Noi District, Sisaket Province. It is believed to have been established around 1708 (B.E. 2251), during the period when communities in the Mun–Chi river basin began to settle permanently. The temple originally developed from a small village monastery into a fully established rural Isan temple.Inside the temple is enshrined “Luang Pho To,” a Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya posture, which serves as the spiritual center of local villagers. According to legend, the Buddha image was discovered emerging from an anthill in a forested area, which became the origin of the name “Chom Phra.” This belief reflects the blending of Buddhism with local folk beliefs about sacred natural spirits.

Luang Pho To is highly revered, and people often come to pray for health, career success, and good fortune. As a result, the temple has remained a long-standing spiritual center for the local community across generations.In terms of architecture, the temple is simple in the traditional Isan style, consisting of a main viharn, a sermon hall, and wooden or semi-wooden monk residences. This reflects gradual community-based construction rather than formal royal temple design.

The temple also functions as a community hub for religious activities, merit-making ceremonies, and village gatherings, especially during the Third Lunar Month merit festival and other traditional rituals that preserve Isan cultural identity.The overall atmosphere is quiet and peaceful, surrounded by large trees, making it suitable for merit-making, meditation, and relaxation from daily life. It remains an important place of faith and community life to this day.

• Visit in the morning for a calm atmosphere, ideal for paying respects to Luang Pho To

• During the Third Lunar Month merit festival, the temple is lively with local traditions and community activities

• You can buy famous local products such as shallots and garlic from Yang Chum Noi

• Please dress modestly when visiting the temple 

Admission Fee:

• Free of charge (donations are welcome according to faith and personal willingness)

Opening Hours:

• Open daily from 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM