A large complex of attractions, including The Chinese temple and museum of Viharnra Sien is a fairly famous place where almost everyone goes to Pattaya. Maybe I’m not right, but it seemed to me, judging by the reports on the network.
In my opinion, first of all, it is worth seeing Viharnra Siena (Viharnra Sien) and the Mondop Temple (Phra Maha Mondop Phutthabat) on a hill, but the Wat Yang complex can be missed. In addition to the temples in This place has a small lake with a bike path along shores and beautiful, but neglected gazebos.
The content of the article
- 1 Chinese temple and museum of Viharnra Sien
- 2 Information to visit
- 3 How to get there
- 4 On the map
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Chinese temple and museum of Viharnra Sien
Thailand and China are neighbors and their ties are pretty close. long-term relationship, in Thailand there are a lot of people from Of china. Therefore, the presence next to Pattaya Chinese temple is not surprising. But Viharnra Sien is still very unusual a place.
Wat Viharnra Sien or Anek Kuson Sala or “Thai-Chinese House friendship “- the so-called temple museum in the southern suburb of Pattaya, the building which is not very typical for Thailand, purely Chinese style.
It is located next to the temple complex of Wat Yan and near the mountain of the Golden Buddha, Khao Chi Chan. The unusualness of the temple in that this is essentially a museum dedicated to Thai and Chinese history and culture and it collected a large number of very old valuable art objects from China.
For example, there are some authentic terracotta figures. Warriors from the famous Terracotta Army, Chinese pottery of various dynasties, musical instruments, paintings, the golden throne Emperor, items decorated with precious materials. Especially valuable exhibits of the museum were donated to the King of Thailand Rama IX the Chinese government as a sign of friendship and respect.
The museum was founded by Mr. Sa-nga Kulkobkiat, who was born in Thailand, and grew up in China. In 1987, he began working on embodiment of its project, which was completed in 1993. Now the sculpture of the creator of the complex can be seen from the right side of the main entrance. A story is carved on the granite slab life of Mr. Sa-nga Kulkobkiat.
Entrance to the temple, view from the road
A small garden in the temple
Chinese temple and museum of Viharnra Sien (Wat Viharnra Sien or Anek Kuson Sala)
Figures of warriors
The building of the temple museum consists of three floors, plus a courtyard with flowers and bonsai and an extensive terrace. Everywhere, and before entering complex and on site and inside are very many interesting and unusual statues. From lions, the same in appearance, which in Beijing guard the entrance to the royal palace, ending with figures of warriors Shaolin in combat poses.
There is a figure of god of fortune and fortune, statues of bodhisattvas, reduced copies of royal chariots, dolls, mock Chinese walls and terracotta army mural, chic colorful wall panels, layouts of traditional Thai housing, and much more.
If you are interested in learning more about something, next to the exhibits the museum has signboards. The entire third floor of the building talks about the life of Gautama Buddha and Thai culture. Here interesting paintings on the walls and a large golden statue of Buddha in the center the hall.
Anek Kuson Sala can be called a museum of culture and a kind guide on the religions of the Asian region – Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. The name can still be translated as “a place with an atmosphere as in heaven “or” the abode of the saints “- and there really is a lot statues of people and deities worshiped by Buddhists and Taoism.
Hall with exhibits
And the temple would be suitable name “million and one statue” – figures all sizes, styles and textures and materials from teak wood and jade to bronze and granite, here is really very, very lot.
The territory of the complex is very clean, well-groomed and bright. Especially in clear sunny weather: flowers, neat trees, bells on bright scarlet ribbons, colorful dragons and ornaments on buildings.
It’s quiet and peaceful here (when there are no organized groups with Chinese tourists), the atmosphere is pleasant, and has a leisurely walk, viewing statues and exhibits. From the upper floors and terraces a nice view of the reservoir, which is located next to temple, green surroundings with picturesque hills, mountain of Gold Buddha and silhouette of Pattaya in the distance.
Near the temple are sold souvenirs and food, on the territory there simple and inexpensive cafe.
Information to visit
Entry is 50 baht (children free). Cashier is to the left of the entrance.
To go to the temple, you have to take off your shoes. But a big The terrace with the statues of warriors is open-air and day burning hot sun tiled burns the feet, so it will not take your socks with you to take a walk consider all the shapes.
Since this is a temple, it’s better not to choose clothes at all. beach covering shoulders and knees. Also on the temple grounds are not allowed to bring their food and drinks.
Opening hours: from 8.00 – 17.00 hours.
How to get there
The Viharnra Sien Museum Museum is located adjacent to the temple Wat Yang complex and not far from the Golden Buddha Mountain Khao Chi Chang, about 20 km south of the center of Pattaya. You can get on your own transport, taxi or as part of the tour.
But you can also try to drive partly on public Transport: Take Sukumvit in white tuk-tuk, going to the side Sattahiba (fare is 20 baht), get to the left turn to Wat Yang (turn on Greta farm and Ban Dusit) or a little further on turn to the Golden Buddha (on the opposite side of Sukhumvita BMW saloon will be Mini), and then catch a taxi.
In Thailand, catching a transport is not difficult. In the area where it is located Viharnra Siena, many attractions, so the taxi drivers there ride regularly.
If you want to go with a tour and a guide to the temple of Viharnra Sien are delivered with the tour “Wat Yang and the village of long-necked women” or “Khao Chi Chan and Wat Yang “can be clarified in a specific travel agency. On your (leased) transport to visit the temple is the easiest: will be Enough time to take a walk and see everything.
On the map
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