Wat Mahathat Worawihan is the most impressive amongst all. Its 5 large pagodas can be seen from many parts of the town. Even more beautiful when seen in compliment with other temple halls.
These are so beautifully crafted - finely molded from lime or cement? (I am not sure)
Some info about the Temple's history.
Entering the imposing main temple hall..
With arts all around.. murals painted end to end!
Looking up at the Buddhas makes one feel insignificant.
Such exquiste artistry in craftmanship.. I can stand here and admired this piece alone for an hour!
These Garuda like warrior sculptures supports the base where Buddha sits.
So are these Chinese figurines.. fusion of Chinese & Thai culture?
Look out to anothere temple spire.. simply a joy to watch.
Outside the courtyard, rows of Buddhas with various expressions.
The main pagodas in close up view, finally. White provokes a sense of purity and elegance all round!
Two golden buddhas (guess 4 in all) stood guard to ward off evils?
A row of bells to summon monks to prayer calls?
A little of colors offers interesting contrasts here.
Near entrance to temple grounds are ceremonial dancers one can 'order' to accompany merits offering.
Ancient costumes and modern convenience of cellphone!
At a quiet corner, a cat found comfort in the lap of a Buddha too!
Rest my tired feet, had noodle just outside temple gate. This old hardware shop had withstood the test of times to modernize.
Looking back at a passge way entrance to temple.
Why didn't I notice this tourist map of temples in vicinity earlier?
Oops, it doesn't help much either - details only in Thai. At least I can figure out there are 11 temples around to visit!
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