Practical information
- Location
- Nong Khai, Nong Khai · 17.88417, 102.75722
- Dress code
- Dress politely: long sleeves, trousers or a knee-length skirt; no sleeveless, crop, tight or revealing tops. Take off your shoes before entering the chapel or other buildings. (source: thailand.go.th)
- Period
- Royal temple; Luang Pho Phra Sai brought here in the 19th century
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)
Wat Pho Chai is the most revered temple of Nong Khai, a relaxed town on the Mekong River opposite Laos. It enshrines Luang Pho Phra Sai, a gold Lao-style Buddha image highly venerated in the region and brought here in the 19th century. Murals in the hall tell the story of how the statue reached Nong Khai, including a legend in which a companion image sank into the Mekong. The ordination hall shows a pleasant mix of Lao and Thai decoration. Combine a visit with the Mekong promenade and the sculpture park Sala Keoku outside town.
Highlights
- Luang Pho Phra Sai A revered gold Buddha image.
- Legend murals Paintings of the statue's journey.
- Mekong town Nong Khai's riverfront nearby.
Tips for Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
More photos of Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)
Crowds at a temple festival, Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai) Photo: Thanongsuk harakunno · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons 
Temple buildings with tiered roofs, Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai) Photo: Seksan Phonsuwan · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai) on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)
Where is Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)?
Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai) is in Nong Khai, Nong Khai province, in northeastern Thailand (Isan).
What is Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai) known for?
Wat Pho Chai is the most revered temple of Nong Khai, a relaxed town on the Mekong River opposite Laos. Highlights include Luang Pho Phra Sai, Legend murals and Mekong town.
How old is Wat Pho Chai (Nong Khai)?
Royal temple; Luang Pho Phra Sai brought here in the 19th century.