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Wat Krok Krak, Krok Krak Subdistrict | Samut Sakhon Province

Wat Krok Krak, Krok Krak Subdistrict | Samut Sakhon Province

This ancient temple, located on the Tha Chin River, is over 200 years old. It was a significant temple during the reign of King Rama V, as the royal barge once docked at Wat Krok Krak during his royal tour from Bang Pa-in to Phetchaburi. Another interesting feature is the principal Buddha image in the ordination hall. This 100-year-old laterite Buddha image, in the Mara-Vijaya posture, is wearing sunglasses. It is believed that a person once made a vow to cure an eye injury, and offered sunglasses as a gesture of fulfillment.
However, when the vow was successful, the villagers covered it with gold leaf, making it look unattractive. Phra Khru Thammasakon (Luang Pu Krap) then devised a trick by replacing it with sunglasses.
General Information
Wat Krok Krak
Location: 188 Thammakunakorn Road, Krok Krak Subdistrict, Mueang Samut Sakhon District Samut Sakhon Province
Sect: Mahanikaya
Age: Nearly 200 years
Interesting Features
Luang Pho Pu Waen Dam: A laterite Buddha image in the Mara-Vijaya posture. A distinctive feature is the wearing of sunglasses.
Legend of the Sunglasses: This image arose from the belief that if the eyes of the Buddha were cured of pink eye, gold leaf would be placed over them. However, later, sunglasses were donated instead.
Location on the Tha Chin River: This is an ancient temple situated on the banks of the Tha Chin River. Creating a shady atmosphere.
Historical Landmark: This was once the location where the royal barge of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) was moored during his royal tour.
Things to Know Getting There: You can get there by taking Highway 3242 and turning right onto Kittimanee Road.
Address: Along the Tha Chin River, Krok Krak Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Sakhon Province.
Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/JTsWuZDTaPEdxWd9A
Opening Hours: Open daily from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.