Question 1

What are the temple’s opening hours?

Accepted Answer

The temple is open for worship daily from 06:00 to 18:00. On important Buddhist days it may stay open into the evening.

Question 2

Is there an admission fee?

Accepted Answer

There is no admission fee. You are welcome to make merit according to your own faith and means.

Question 3

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Please dress modestly: tops with sleeves, and long trousers or skirts that are not too short or too tight.

Question 4

Can I take photos?

Accepted Answer

Photography is allowed in the general areas of the temple. Please do not use flash inside the ordination hall (ubosot) and keep the surroundings peaceful.

Question 5

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is free parking for visitors who come to make merit.

Question 6

What do I need to prepare to offer Sangha Dana (offerings to the monks)?

Accepted Answer

You can prepare your own Sangha Dana set, or choose one prepared by the temple. After the offering, you may pour the libation water (kruat nam) and receive a blessing from the monks.

Question 7

How do I offer food to the monks?

Accepted Answer

You may bring food to offer in the morning, before 11:00. Please bring freshly cooked, clean and suitable food.

Question 8

Can I make a donation by bank transfer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can transfer to the temple’s bank account and send your proof of transfer to receive confirmation.

Question 9

How do I request an anumodana certificate or a donation receipt?

Accepted Answer

Please let the temple office know, or send your name and address through the temple’s contact channels.

Question 10

When are chanting sessions held?

Accepted Answer

Morning and evening chanting (tham wat) takes place every day, with special chanting on Wan Phra (Buddhist observance days) and other important Buddhist days.

Question 11

When are meditation retreats held?

Accepted Answer

The temple holds meditation retreats in rounds throughout the year. Please follow the temple’s announcements for the schedule.

Question 12

How do I apply for the chi phram (lay white-robed ordination)?

Accepted Answer

Please contact the temple office for details, the schedule and the documents required.

Question 13

Does the temple hold Abhidhamma chanting and funeral services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the temple holds Abhidhamma chanting and cremation ceremonies. Please contact us to reserve a hall and ask for more details.

Question 14

How do I ask the temple to perform a ceremony for my family?

Accepted Answer

Please get in touch in advance to ask about the ceremony, date, time and venue, using the channels below.

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