October 2015 – Barefoot Chiang Mai

The Chinnarit Buddha Foundry Phitsanulok

October 22, 2015March 14, 2021 Travel Hub

For those who do get to visit the city of Phitsanulok then the small Chinnarit Buddha foundry is well worth checking out! At this Buddha foundry bronze Buddhas of all shapes and sizes are still manufactured and cast in the traditional method which is now becoming increasingly rare in Thailand. Most Buddha manufacturing concerns now employ modern, cheaper methods to manufacture the image. The foundry here is a real working concern and a great chance to see the process of Buddha casting in action! Buddha Casting Method The process…

Wat Phra That Lampang Luang

October 19, 2015March 14, 2021 Travel Hub

Everyone knows the famous temples in Chiang Mai and Bangkok but Wat Phra That Lampang Luang is an interesting offering just outside the provincial city of Lampang. In fact, the name of the city came from this temple which has been situated here for hundreds of years. Not too many tourists make it to this temple but if you are passing or in the area then this temple is well worth a visit The history behind the importance of Wat Phrathat limping Luang According to the epic tale of Lord…