Wat Chai Si (Sawathi)
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A century-old Isan ordination hall in Sawathi Village, with exterior murals that tell the story of Sinxay and are well preserved.
Wat Chai Si is located in Sawathi Village, about 15 km west of Khon Kaen City. Its ordination hall was built in the late nineteenth century, and both its inner and outer walls are painted with murals by Isan folk artists. The subjects are the Sinxay epic and daily village life. Together with Wat Sanuan Wari in Ban Phai, it is regarded as one of the best Isan murals in Khon Kaen. Beside the temple is a traditional village of Isan stilt houses, where folk performances are held during festivals. Admission is free, and it is open during the day. It is close to the city center, about 20 minutes by taxi, and suits visitors interested in the folk art of Northeast Thailand.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Ton Tann Market
- Khon Kaen Walking Street
- Khon Kaen National Museum
- Hin Chang Si Viewpoint, Nam Phong NP
- Wat Nong Wang (Phra Mahathat Kaen Nakhon)
- Bueng Kaen Nakhon
- Wat Pa Saeng Arun
- Phra That Kham Kaen