[2025 Kaeng Khoi Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Tham Phra Phothisat (Updated May)

The area of ​​Tham Phra Phosat Temple has many beautiful stone caves, both small and large, such as Tham Phra Phosat, Tham Phra Thammathat, Tham Lumphini Suan Hin, and Tham Songat Chedi. The temple and local people have built stairs to the caves, so tourists can conveniently walk to visit and pay homage to the sacred objects in the caves. There is also important archaeological evidence inside Tham Phra Phosat, namely the Dvaravati period bas-reliefs that are still in good condition and have historical, archaeological, and academic value. #100WaysToVisit #ThamPhraPhosat

#BeautifulChurch #100WaysToTravelInTheForest Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Saraburi Today is a very beautiful temple and the place that Min wants to come Because the highlight before going up to Tham Phra Phosat is The white church is in the middle of a very beautiful lush green mountain forest. But it is not open for visits on normal days. The church is only open on days when monks are ordained. Around the temple, in addition to the church, there is Phra Phuttha Metta, a bell on the mountain, and a walk up the cave of more than 300 steps to see the ancient images on the cave walls that are more than 2,000 years old. 🕰️bOpening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. #Saraburi #BeautifulTemplesAcrossThailand #ThaiTemples #Church

"Phra Phothisat Animal Cave Temple" The hidden beauty in Saraburi province ✨ Just a short drive from Bangkok, we can encounter such beauty. Besides the stunning scenery, we can also find peace and tranquility here. There are waterfalls, caves, and trees of various species surrounding the area, giving us many things to take away from just one place ☺️ 📍 Phra Phothisat Animal Cave Temple, Tap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province 🌎 GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/RE49vXZ6UQEq4XfS9 #PhraPhothisatAnimalCaveTemple #SaraburiWaterfall #SaraburiTravel #BeautifulTemple #SaraburiTemple #TapKwang #KaengKhoi #Saraburi

Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Tambon Thap Kwang, Amphoe Kaeng Khoi, Saraburi A temple that is deep inside but finds peace and beauty of nature. Not only is the waterfall beautiful, but there is also a path leading up to 2 caves. Walking up there makes you gasp for air. This temple has waterfalls, streams, strange tree roots, lots of monkeys, a beautiful church, a beautiful Buddha statue, and a beautiful Guanyin statue. All of this is surrounded by nature. #wintermountaintravel

Wat Tham Phra Phosat is located in Tambon Thap Kwang, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province. It is a temple of historical and artistic significance, especially Tham Phra Phosat, which has bas-reliefs from the Dvaravati period that are over 1,000 years old. Inside the cave, there are several chambers with carvings of the Buddha preaching among Hindu gods such as Shiva and Vishnu, which are considered to be the most e Namtok Lab is a small waterfall located within the area of ​​Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Saraburi Province. This waterfall has clear water flowing down from small rock layers, surrounded by green moss and algae, adding beauty and charm to the surrounding atmosphere. 💥Highlights of Namtok Lab - Shady atmosphere: The waterfall is located in the middle of quiet nature, with large trees providing shade, making it feel cool and relaxing. - Walking path: From the parking lot, tourists can walk through this waterfall to the entrance to various caves within the temple, such as Tham Phra Phosat, Tham Phra Thammathat, and Tham Lumphini Stone Garden. - Peace and sacredness: Namtok Lab is part of the meditation path within the temple. Allowing visitors to fully experience the serenity and sacredness of the place #Saraburi #Wat Phra Phosat #Roadside Eats #Rainy Season Attractions

The bas-relief carving located in Saraburi is considered the oldest in Thailand. The site is situated at the "Wall of Phra Bodhisattva Cave" within Wat Tham Phra Bodhisattva, Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province. The carving dates back to around the 12th Buddhist century (over 1,300 years old). It depicts the Bodhisattva seated with divine beings and Hindu deities, including Shiva and Vishnu, in a posture of reverence to the Lord Buddha. The artistic style shows influences from the Gupta and post-Gupta dynasties. Associate Professor Dr. Rungroj Thamrungreung from the Faculty of Archaeology, Silpakorn University, has noted that this bas-relief is the oldest depiction of the Buddha alongside Hindu deities ever discovered in Thailand. Furthermore, it may represent either the competition between the two religions or their coexistence.

📍 Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Saraburi Province ⛰️🌿⛰️🌿 Today, we traveled to Saraburi, not far from Bangkok. It took only a little over an hour to travel. We came to an Unseen temple in Saraburi, which is "Wat Tham Phra Phosat". Tambon Thap Kwang, Amphoe Kaeng Khoi, Saraburi Province. As for the history of this temple, as far as I have researched, it is a Vipassana meditation temple hidden in a valley surrounded by mountains on three sides. There is a small waterfall for taking beautiful pictures first. The locals call it "Khao Nam Phu". Inside the temple, there are many beautiful stone caves, both small and large. You can walk in to see their beauty. Inside the cave, there are stalactites, stalagmites, and historical traces. There are beautiful ancient paintings on the cave walls. The path up to the cave is a steep white staircase of about 350 steps. 📍 Travel coordinates https://maps.app.goo.gl/HHoQn76RhyTyj1qR8?g_st=ic #LookingForTheMove #GoEverywhereThereIsARoad #Saraburi #SaraburiWat #WatThaPhosat #Saraburi #VisitSaraburi #EatTravelSaraburi #MuaySai #MeritSai #UnseenSaraburi #BeautifulSaraburiTemples #ReviewWatThamPhosat #LookingForTheMove ❌ Do not use the image before receiving permission. ❌

#100TravelTips This is another secret corner of Wat Tham Phra Phosat because there is a small waterfall hidden inside. In addition to worshiping the Buddha in the temple area, there is a church in the middle of the valley and a large Buddha statue. Before going up to the cave, there is a waterfall called Jor Por Waterfall. You can walk in to see it up close, but it is not popular to swim in this area. 🕰️bOpening hours: 8:00-17:00 hrs. 🏖️Environment/Facilities: There is a parking lot in the temple area. #Waterfall #Saraburi #Saraburi is worth visiting

#VisitTemple #100WaysToVisit Tham Phra Phosat Temple, Saraburi For friends who like temples that provide a sense of peace, a shady atmosphere, a beautiful temple in the middle of a valley, and want to see nature, we have a recommendation for you: Tham Phra Phosat Temple, Saraburi Province. It is a temple with many beautiful stone caves. Along the way to see the large Buddha of Metta and a beautiful church surrounded by a beautiful valley, we will have to walk across a bridge below with a stream flowing through it and a beautiful waterfall. Opening-Closing Hours: Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Parking: Free parking Location: Ban Nam Phu Community, Village No. 10, Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi

Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Saraburi A beautiful temple in the middle of a valley, quiet and shady, near Bangkok. It stands out with its white chapel surrounded by limestone mountains and green trees, and has a white pagoda nearby. In addition, there is a cave on the mountain with bas-reliefs of people in different poses, which are Dvaravati art patterns. #Flying to Hong Kong #Wat Tham Phra Phosat

Wat Tham Phra Phosat, Tambon Thap Kwang, Amphoe Kaeng Khoi, Saraburi Province. As for the history of this temple, from what I have researched briefly, it is a Vipassana meditation temple hidden in a valley surrounded by mountains on three sides. The locals call it “Khao Nam Phu”. Inside the temple, there are many beautiful stone caves, both small and large. You can walk in to see their beauty. Inside the cave, there are stalactites, stalagmites, and many historical traces to study. The most interesting cave is “Tham Phra Phosat”, as the temple’s name suggests. Walking up the mountain to reach the entrance of the cave is easy because there are cement steps with handrails all the way. Once inside the cave, you will see a gilded pagoda on a beautiful polished stone base. This area of ​​the cave has the most light. When you look up at the cave wall, which is about 3-5 meters above the ground, you will see bas-relief carvings of people in different poses, which are Dvaravati art patterns from around the 13th-14th Buddhist centuries. It is assumed that these are images of the gods waiting to ask the Buddha to teach them the Dharma to save all living beings in the world. In addition to the carvings on the cave walls, Inside the cave, there are many stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes. Archaeologists have previously assumed that this cave was used as a place for monks and hermits to meditate. Below, don't forget to stop by the waterfall area, which I must say is another unseen place with a very interesting history. This waterfall is called the Chor Por Ror waterfall, with an inscription engraved with the initials Chor Por Ror 115 of King Chulalongkorn, who traveled by horseback on December 20, 1896. There are two carvings. The first is carved on a large tree near the waterfall. This tree has now been cut down. The second is carved on the cliff face above the waterfall. Opening hours: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wat Tham Phra Phosat is located in Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province. Tham Phra Phosat has many beautiful stone caves, both small and large. Here, we would like to recommend caves where you can see their beauty: Tham Phra Phosat, Tham Phra Thammathat, Tham Lumphini Suan Hin, and Tham Songat Chedi. There are also Dvaravati-style carvings on the walls of Tham Phra Phosat. The Fine Arts Department has announced it as an ancient site, which is considered a valuable art that is worthy of study and viewing. And for those who like to go to temples to practice Dhamma and find peace and quiet, Tham Phra Phosat is an ideal place to practice Dhamma. The atmosphere inside the temple has beautiful scenery because the temple is surrounded by mountains on three sides. Part of the temple is located on a hill and a hillside. Therefore, the temple area is like a valley with trees growing everywhere. When you reach the parking lot, walk along the path to the cave. We will see a waterfall flowing through a small rock layer in front. The rock layer is covered with green moss and algae, adding charm to this waterfall. From the waterfall, walk further. When you reach the left-right fork, turn left and you will see stairs up the mountain to see the cave. The path is quite steep. You should bring some drinking water with you. It takes about half an hour from the entrance to the cave. Inside the cave, there are 6 large and small chambers. At the entrance, there is a stupa in the middle. There is a highlight and a highlight of visiting the cave: a bas-relief in the Dvaravati period (13th-14th Buddhist century) on the upper left wall of the cave. You have to look up a bit. It is assumed that this bas-relief is probably a picture of the Buddha preaching to two great gods, Shiva and Vishnu. Importantly, it is the oldest sculpture in Thailand showing the Buddha and Hindu gods living together. #WatThamPhraPothisat #ThapKwang #KaengKhoi #Saraburi #VisitSaraburi #DriveAwayIfTiredTakeABreak #mind_madge #SecretLocation #Thailand #CentralTeam