Uttaradit Province is an ancient city with a long and important history. However, due to several relocations of the city throughout the centuries, it had never had an official city pillar shrine. In 2010, a project was initiated to construct a new City Pillar Shrine as a unifying spiritual center for the people of Uttaradit. The initiative was led by then-Governor Mr. Winai Kruawanpat.

The construction site is located at the City Map Landmark Plaza in front of the old Provincial Hall—an auspicious location regarded as a geographic and symbolic center of the province. The design, supervised by the Fine Arts Department, integrates the artistic styles of the three major regional cultures—Lanna, Lan Xang, and Central Thai—beautifully embodying Uttaradit’s identity as the “City of Three Cultures.”

The city pillar itself is made from sacred teak wood (Mahesak), which is both a symbol of prosperity and the provincial tree of Uttaradit. It stands 108 inches above the ground, with a lotus-bud finial crafted from Chaiyaphruek wood and a base carved from Payung wood. The interior of the pillar contains a chamber to enshrine the province’s astrological chart, in accordance with ancient beliefs that it brings stability and blessings to the land.

Before construction began, a grand blessing ceremony and Buddhist chanting were held to pay respect to local deities and ancestors, with simultaneous ceremonies conducted across all districts of the province. This was done to unify the faith of the people. The project is scheduled for completion and official consecration in August 2026, marking the 111th anniversary of the city’s name change from “Phichai” to “Uttaradit” during the reign of King Rama VI.

Upon completion, the Uttaradit City Pillar Shrine will not only serve as a spiritual center but will also stand as a symbol of stability, prosperity, and unity for the people of Uttaradit—echoing the ancient belief that “when the city pillar stands firm, the city shall flourish.”

• By car: Take the main highway into Uttaradit city. The construction site is located in the old provincial government complex near the Phra Phichai Dap Hak Monument.

• By bus: From the Uttaradit Bus Terminal, take a local bus or taxi to the old Provincial Hall area, where the shrine is being constructed.

• The site is currently under construction, so visits may be limited to the surrounding areas.

• Follow updates from the Uttaradit provincial authorities for the official cornerstone-laying ceremony and grand opening schedule.

• Nearby points of interest include: Phra Phichai Dap Hak Monument, Wat Phra Thaen Sila At and Uttaradit National Museum

Admission

• Free of charge (upon completion).

Opening Hours

• Currently under construction. Generally, the government complex area is accessible during official hours, and the surrounding area can be visited at any time.