Wat Yansangwararam Woramahawihan or Wat Yan is a large Buddhist temple complex with gardens and lakes and has been under the patronage of The Late H.M. Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Most of the buildings at Wat Yansangwararam were erected in honor of the Thai Royal Family.
The temple is a replica of the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India.
Wat Yanasangvararam is situated in an area of 58 hectares.
The compound of Wat Yanasangvararam is divided into four sections: the Buddhavas, Sanghavas, Karavas, and the royal-initiated and royal development projects section. Only the Buddhavas and certain parts of the royal-initiated projects section are open to tourists.
The monastery Wat Yansangwararam, which only was built in 1976 is an important center of the Dhammayuttika Nikaya in Thailand.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wat_Yansangwararam
Toan Vo
November 9, 2021 at 1:05 pmRemarkable pagoda with beautiful design and architecture.
Helpful ReviewHoward Glendinning
September 10, 2020 at 6:13 pmSerene and beautiful. Many, many great photographic opportunities. Well worth the visit, cleanse the soul and take in the wonderful architecture. It’s not ancient but it is lovely!
Helpful ReviewJin L
January 17, 2019 at 1:27 pmGood place to offer Dana (offerings) to Monks at about 8am. There’s beautiful ponds and stupas for great photos and sightseeing.
Helpful ReviewPattacha Watthana
June 12, 2018 at 9:09 pmPeaceful for mind and body, wild area for taking a break.
Helpful ReviewYou must come here. Please have 2-3 hours for visiting,