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Wat Ban Rai

วัดบ้านไร่

Nakhon Ratchasima大宗派

About Wat Ban Rai

Wat Ban Rai (วัดบ้านไร่) is located in Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) Province, Thailand. Once a small monastery, it became famous nationwide through its legendary contemporary master Luang Phor Khun Parisuttho (หลวงพ่อคูณ ปริสุทฺโธ) and was developed into a magnificent large temple.

Home Temple of the People's Wealth Monk

Luang Phor Khun was one of Thailand's most beloved monks, known as the "People's Wealth God," famous for his down-to-earth manner and his blessing given while squatting casually. A lifelong philanthropist, his amulets are renowned for wealth, protection, and success, holding immense prestige in Thailand and among overseas Chinese communities.

A Grand Artistic Sanctuary

Wat Ban Rai's landmark is the enormous ceramic "Thep Wittayakhom Vihara," blending Thai art with Buddhist philosophy — a celebrated pilgrimage and tourist destination in Korat. Luang Phor Khun objects blessed here carry the deep blessing power of this beloved master.

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Visitor Guide

Address

Wat Ban Rai, Tambon Kut Phiman, Dan Khun Thot District, Nakhon Ratchasima 30210, Thailand

Location

In Dan Khun Thot District, about 80 km northwest of Korat town and roughly 3.5 hours' drive from Bangkok.

Opening Hours

Daily 08:00 - 17:00

Getting There

  • By car / private hire: From Bangkok take Highway 2 (Mittraphap) toward Korat, then Highway 205 toward Dan Khun Thot, about 3.5 hours.
  • By intercity bus: Go to Korat town first, then a local bus to Dan Khun Thot.

Nearby Attractions

  • Korat (Nakhon Ratchasima) town
  • Toward Phanom Rung Historical Park (separate trip)

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