Places
Meditation halls
We are glad to introduce various meditation halls at our monastery.
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Phrasatthamthepsitthajarnrangslit Building (blue carpet)
Five-story building, the 1st floor can fit up to 250 people with restrooms on the side. The 4th floor is a wooden floor meditation hall which can also fit 250 people with restrooms on the side.
Open between 08.00 until 22.00 with fans available. Occassionally the first floor will be occupied, for holding activities, but you may practice on the 4th floor. You are not permitted to enter 2nd, 3rd, 5th floor which are monk zones.
1st floor room may be unavailable when there's a conference.
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Dhammasala Rojanatrakarnusorn (behind the old telephone booth)
Two-story building which can fit up to 100 people. The first floor is permitted for meditation practice for 24 hours. Help us turn off the fans and the lights before you leave.
The 2nd floor is a private residence for monks-only. You are not permitted to enter.
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Mahasala Hatainares
The Grand Pavillion can hold up to 1,000 people. You may practice here during the day. The Sangha uses this place to conduct morning chant at 04.30 and evening chant at 18:30.
Open everyday between 4.30 until 19.30
Phra Prom Mongkol 100 years Pavillion
Located across Kuti Hatainares (opening/closing ceremony building) next to the men's residence,
Capacity: 100 Open 24 hours
Golden Pagoda Square
One of the oldest historical sites of the northern province. Lanna-style architecture with faithful Buddhists travelling from all over the country to pay respect during the day. Open hours: 5:00-18:00
You are allowed to come practice between 18:30 until 21:50.
The backgate near the bathroom is open until 22:00.
Facts about this place
What are the fees for the course?
There are no fixed price. The temple does not force you to make a donation, you only donate what you feel reasonable out of good intention and good will. The temple does have expenses trying to strive month by month.
Do I need to make a reservation online? Do you accept walk-ins?
Yes, please make a reservation online, for the staff to manage the accommodation before your arrival. You may arrive during office-hours. 8:00-10:20 and 13:00 - 14:00.
We accept walk-ins between 8:00-10:00 and 13:00-14:00, arriving after 14:00 or during Wan Phra Buddha Day) will result in beginning the program the next day.
For more information, mail us at info@watchomtong.com