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Wat Phrathat-Haripunchai Woramahawihan

Wat Phrathat-Haripunchai Woramahawihan

Wat Phrathat-haripunchai Woramahawihan (temple) is situated within Lamphun city centre; having 4 significant roads surrounding all sides-Asadharos Street to the North, Chaimongkol Street to the South, Rob Muang Street to the East and Inthayongyos to the West. The temple is merely 150 metres away from Lampoons’ City Hall. Wat Phrathat-haripunchai Woramahawihan was built in 1108, during the reign of King Atthitayaraj. From its commencement till now, the temple is over 900 years old.Phrathat-haripunchai (stupa) residing in the temple was, originally, the sanctified locale to residents of Hariphunchai but once Hariphunchai expanded and became Lumpoon, the sanctuary was worshiped by the whole province. The stupa itself is influenced by Sri Lankan architecture, beautifully covered with django gold. Inside, is relics placed contained by a golden ossuary. The stupa is built on a pedestal. There is a saying that “You haven’t really been to Lampoon, if you haven’t paid a visit to Phrathat-hariphunchai.” Other than Phratat-hariphunchai being the temples’ renowned highlight, there is PratooKongta-sing archway, which is entrance to the temples’ sacred zone. The archway is a strikingly beautiful brickwork construction with a layered rooftop employing a castle-like design. There are 2 lions guarding the entrance, passing through, is WiharnLuang (Temple’s Main Hall) home of 3 large Buddha images. The interior of Wiharn Luang is uniquely decorated with traditional patterns. Bearing to the south of the WiharnLuang is where Hor Dhama (Hall of Buddhist Manuscripts) situates. HorDhama’s construction is influenced by Lanna arts and architecture, it is decorated with woodcarvings and shinny glazed glass. Walking to the back of the stupa is WiharnThanjai, the temple’s museum and WiharnPhrabat-seeroi. All these attractions inside Wat Phrathat-hariphunchai are equally popular among visitors. Opening Hours: Daily from 06:00 -18:00Entrance Fee: Thai Citizens Free of Charge/ Foreigners: 50 THBFor more information please call: 0 5331 1104, 0 5353 0753Website: www.hariphunchaitemple.com