History of Luang Pu Thuat (Stepped on Salt Water)
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History of Luang Pu Thuat (Stepped on Salt Water): He was a great monk revered by Thais, believed to protect against accidents and bring good fortune. His original name was “Pu,” and he was born in the Ayutthaya period in the province of… Songkhla: Legend says he calmed the waves and turned seawater into fresh water.
Wat Huai Mongkol is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, open for daily worship. It is famous for producing and selling Luang Pu Thuat amulets made from herbs, which are highly sought after.
Located in [District]. Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province Prachuap Khiri Khan was founded in the year P. Professor Originally named “Wat Huai Kot,” it houses the world’s largest statue of Luang Pu Thuat. It was renamed “Wat Huai Mongkol” by King Rama IX and built to make merit for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit.
Interesting History and Details: Establishment and Temple Name: Starting as a small monastic residence in the community of Ban Huai Kot, with Luang Por Plang Paphasso as the first abbot (B.E. Professor 2507–2534) before King Rama IX bestowed the new name “Wat Huai Mongkol,” which signifies the auspiciousness of the large Luang Pu Thuat statue.
♥ It was built to honour Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, on the occasion of her 72nd birthday (B.E. Professor 2547) is the largest Luang Pu Thuat statue in the world, with a lap width of 9.9 meters and a height of 11.5 meters, set on a 3-story base.
» Interesting features within the temple: Erawan Elephant with Three Heads: Located on both sides of the path leading up to Luang Pu Thuat, it is made from giant teak wood. People like to crawl under the elephant’s belly for good luck.
» Carved Luang Pho Thuat: Carved from teak wood over a thousand years old.
» Ai Khai at Wat Huai Mongkol: A large Ai Khai replica carved from giant teak wood, allowing people to pay respects and ask for good fortune.
