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Wat Chalong is Phuket’s most important
Buddhist temple and is the biggest and most ornate of
Phuket’s 29 Buddhist monasteries. The architecture is
typical of wats found throughout Thailand. Wat
Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho
Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for
there work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured.
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Actually
entering into the temple you are not charged any admission
fees but a small donation of 10 baht to contribute to
maintenance or restoration costs is appreciated.
Remember - remove your shoes before entering any temple
building.
Do not treat the Buddha images disrespectfully, however, you
may photograph monks (importantly, women should remember not
to touch them), temples or images and all Buddhist
ceremonies.
For the most memorable visit try to time your trip for the
weekly holy day when the monks chant Buddhist scriptures in
the mornings. The holy days are based on a lunar calendar,
so check with the locals to plan your excursion.
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Monks
Blessing
Here at Wat Chalong you can receive a monks blessing.
The monks chant prayers blessing the bride and groom, who
make merit by offering food and other domestic necessities
to the monks. This is certainly a Buddhist ceremony, but
even if you are not a Buddhist is absolutely suitable,
touching and very impressive. Accordingly to local believes
this blessing will bring your relationship good luck &
harmony.
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