LocationA spectacular sight on Khao Lan Mountain, in the heart of the jungle-like hinterland
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Wat Rat Uppatham (Wat Bang Riang)
Wat Bang Riang: Mountain temple, huge statues and a spectacular pagoda in the jungle
Insider facts
Good to know
ActivityPlenty of steps and footpaths to explore all the pagodas, statues and viewpoints
HighlightHuge seated Guan Yin Buddha & gigantic Guan Yin statue
Distinctive featureThe beautiful bell pagoda, Chedi Buddha Dhatu Chedi, at the summit
AdmissionVery good value (50 THB per person for foreign visitors)
VibeMystical, majestic & largely free from large crowds
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About Wat Rat Uppatham (Wat Bang Riang)
Why it’s worth a visit
Wat Bang Riang is a truly majestic temple complex in Phang Nga Province. The complex stretches across various levels of a densely forested mountain, offering fantastic panoramic views over the jungle-covered hilly landscape.