A Thai temple built in 1845, Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram houses the giant Reclining Buddha statue. Measuring 33 metres long, the statue is said to be the third largest of its kind. It signifies Buddha’s total detachment from worldly matters during the last days of his life, and the statue is said to be Buddha’s final resting position before he dies.

Besides the enchanting reclining Buddha, you can also find smaller Buddha statues in varying guises and positions around the temple, as well as those of Thai deities. There are also colourful murals depicting Buddha’s life story.

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