Wat Si Phan Ton — Attraction in Nan Province

Interesting, less well visited wat. Worth a visit for the fantastic paintings in the main temple.

Wat Si Phan Ton is believed to date back to the early days of the Lanna Kingdom’s influence in Nan. it was built to serve as a community temple for locals during a period when Nan was an important cultural and trade center.

WAT SRIPANTON This temple has been built during 1960 - 1969 C.E. Period under the patronage of Phrayapanton - the ruler of Nan Kingdom of Phuka Dynasty. Wat Sripanton was previously called Wat Saleepanton; The word "Salee" means The Bhodi tree. In the past there was a big Bhodi tree located on the North an South of the temple. Now the two trees Were cut off for constructing the road. Wat Sripanton was accepted as an official temple and ceremony of Thailand...

I spotted this temple while having a Thai dessert at Pa Nim. It looked stunningly beautiful in a blue-sky backdrop. This golden temple might deceive you as an average temple, but if you look close enough, you could see magnificent craftsmanship of local artisan. Upon entering the main ordination hall, there is this seven heads of the Great Serpent or "naga" that looks so amazing. The interior is also impressive, with mural painting depicting life of Lord Buddha and the...

One of the most beautiful temples I have seen in Thailand. Fortunately, it is not that famous among foreigners which explains why it is not packed like Wat Pumin, for example. Wat Sri Panthon is not only beautiful outside. The golden paintings behind the altar made me feel like I was in Heaven. I could sit down and meditate for some minutes and I felt refreshed. My trip to Nan left me several good memories and visiting this temple is certainly between...