Built around a thousand of years ago, the wonder temple of Thailand serves a thrill of mystery and beliefs. Housing an unusual half buried statue of Lord Buddha, the temple is also known as Wat Phra Phud, means 'the temple of protruding Buddha.
Once visited by King Rama 6, the history states different reasons behind the unique Buddha statue that seem to be stopped halfway while emerging from the ground. If you're planning a Thailand trip package from India, exploring such historical sites and unraveling the intriguing stories behind them can add a fascinating dimension to your travel experience. One of the famous theories behind its unique structure is a farmer boy who tried to tie his Buffalo with a strange object but dies soon after the event, along with the buffalo. However, the father dreamed about the occurrence and went to figure out about the structure which turned out to be the half buried statue of Lord Buddha.
While the historical significance of the temple wows anyone, the architectural design adds a new level of wonder. Moreover, the temple also features a museum where you can find numerous historical items including Chinese dowry, Chinese tuk-tuk, shoes, and daggers which had been contributed by locals of the village. This fascinating museum is another reason for people to visit the temple, as they get to know about the varied cultures and traditions till where the Buddhist religion is spread.
