08/04/2023
Now, it's time to go to the underwater temple (drowned church) in Sangkhlaburi, Kanchanaburi.
The underwater temple in Sangkhlaburi is Wang Wiwekaram temple. It is a temple of the Mon people that was build by Luang Phor Uttama, Karen and Mon immigrant villagers together according to Burmese architecture.
In March - May of every year which is the summer season, The Mon community that used to be under the Vajiralongkorn Dam will appear after the water in the dam receded, so we can walk to visit the ancient ruins and go inside the church.
But the church was left with only the walls, no roof so only part of the wall outside the church can be seen. However, we can see the Mon art on the church wall. It is very beautiful.
During October-January, which is the end of the rainy season early winter, It is also a popular time to travel. The water will rise so high so that the ancient ruins of the temple are covered by the water or some part may emerge from the water so many people call the “underworld city”.
You can watch the full video HERE
https://youtu.be/nGHgHhXi6ow
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