Wat Huai Mongkol Temple Complex
Description:
Wat Huay Mongkol is a temple complex that is located about 15 kilometers west of Hua Hin and is famous for its huge statue of one of the most famous Buddhist monks in Thailand, called Luang Pu Tuad.
This place is very popular among Thai people who come here to pay homage to the monk and ask for attention, health, good luck and happiness. This statue is about 12 meters high and 10 meters wide. It can be seen from afar because it rises above the trees.
On the territory of the temple complex there is a Buddhist temple, a statue of King Taksin the Great on horseback and shops where you can buy Buddhist amulets. There are several restaurants where you can buy Thai food. Wat Huay Mongkol has lakes, waterfalls, streams, bridges, a number of pavilions and many shady places. The whole complex is located in a park area, so it is very well suited for recreation.
Wat Huay Mongkol is a very calm and serene place worth visiting.