Saraburi City Pillar Shrine is a sacred landmark regarded as the spiritual heart and symbolic foundation of Saraburi Province. It was established as the city’s “pillar of prosperity” and a source of spiritual support for local people. Construction began in 1884 during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), a period marked by administrative reforms and the systematic organization of provincial governance, symbolizing stability, prosperity, and auspiciousness for Saraburi.

Originally, the City Pillar Shrine stood at its former location according to the early city plan. It was later restored and ceremonially relocated to its present site within the grounds of the former Saraburi Provincial Hall, which is now the Saraburi District Office. This location reinforces the shrine’s enduring role alongside the province’s administrative center.

The shrine building is designed in a traditional Thai four-gabled pavilion style, crowned with a prang-shaped spire. The architecture reflects classical royal Thai artistry, with intricate decorative details that express deep reverence for the sacred. The interior atmosphere is calm and solemn, making it an ideal place for worship and prayer.

Inside the shrine stand two City Pillars, each holding historical and spiritual significance:

• The original City Pillar is preserved within a glass enclosure to protect it as an important historical artifact and symbol of the city’s foundation.

• The new City Pillar is made from Chaiyaphruek wood, regarded as an auspicious material. Its top is carved in the form of a lotus bud, symbolizing purity, growth, and the enduring stability of the city.

The shrine also enshrines revered guardian deities of the city, deeply respected by the people of Saraburi:

• Phra Suea Mueang, the deity who protects the city from disasters and misfortune.

• Phra Song Mueang, the deity responsible for peace, order, and prosperity within the city.

• Phra Kan Chai Si, a servant of Yama, the lord of the underworld, whose role is to uphold justice and guide the souls of wrongdoers to face the consequences of their actions.

Saraburi City Pillar Shrine continues to be a place of pilgrimage for local residents and visitors alike. People come to pay respects and seek blessings for good fortune, stability in life and career, personal safety, and smooth progress in all endeavors. The shrine stands as a powerful symbol of faith, history, and the enduring identity of Saraburi Province.

Private Car:

• From Saraburi town center, drive along Phichai Ronnarong Songkhram Road. The shrine is located in front of the old Provincial Hall, across from the King Rama V Monument. The white spire is easily visible from a distance.

Public Transport:

• Local buses or minibuses (Songthaews) running through Saraburi city stop directly in front of the shrine.

Worshiping:

• It is popular to pray for stability in one's career, health, and the removal of obstacles. Flowers, incense, candles, and colorful ribbons are available on-site.

Votive Offerings:

• Those whose prayers are answered often return with small plaster dolls or perform merit-making activities as an act of gratitude.

Best Time to Visit:

• Morning or late afternoon is best for cooler weather and more comfortable exploration of the architecture.

Admission Fee

• Free entry

Opening Hours

• Open daily: 06:00 – 18:00