Wat Tham Khao Yoi
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A cave temple in a limestone hill beside Route 4, its caves housing numerous Buddha images, with a traditional Tai Song village at the foot of the hill.
Wat Tham Khao Yoi sits in Khao Yoi district, about 17 km north of Phetchaburi town. Several caves pierce the small limestone hill, housing Buddha images of various styles and Buddha footprints. Climb partway up the hillside for views over the plain and rice paddies. The surrounding area is home to the Tai Song (Black Tai) people, so you can learn about their black clothing and stilt-house culture on the way. It is often a stop on the road south from Bangkok, and entry is free.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Tham Khao Luang
- Wat Khao Bandai It
- Wat Maha Samanaram
- Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park (Khao Wang)
- Wat Mahathat Worawihan, Phetchaburi
- Wat Yai Suwannaram
- Wat Kamphaeng Laeng
- Phra Ram Ratchaniwet (Ban Puen Palace)