Saturday road trip down to Pattaya to feed some monkeys up in the mountains, visit the city and beach, and explore the hill top temple of Wat Phra Yai, beautiful!

Here's a little background info on Wat Phra Yai from wikipedia

The Buddha statue depicts Buddha in a state of calm and purity and resolve, having overcome temptation and fear sent at him by Mara, Lord of Illusion. Known as the Mara posture, the left hand rests palm open and up in the statue's lap, the right hand facing down over the right knee, almost to the ground.[1]

There is a second, smaller Buddha statue, depicting the Maitreya of the Future[1] and a collection of bells around the temple's rear side.

The temple design has elements of animism, Brahminism and Buddhism in its architecture. As in many Thai temples, nāga statues line the staircase. There is a bazaar within the temple grounds selling tourist items as well as amulets and other Buddhist items.

Feeding the monkeys was awesome, these little guys were so cute and sneaky! Take your eyes off of them for one second and your food is snatched from your hand.. We were warned to leave our hats and sunglasses in the van, or they'll be gone..lol

Up on the hill top temple of Wat Phra Yai the vibe was very tranquil. I took an insense and said a prayer for 4 wishes to Buddha 🙏 A little extra luck on your side never hurts!

Hope you enjoyed the pictured, as always feel free to ask question or comment below, always welcome!

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Previous Thailand 2018 Travel Blog Posts:

Thailand 2018 - Muay Thai Travel Blog #03 [Ayutthaya Historical Park]
Thailand 2018 - Muay Thai Travel Blog #02 [Lumpinee Stadium]
Thailand 2018 - Muay Thai Travel Blog #01 [Where in Thailand will I be?]
Thailand 2018 - Muay Thai Travel Blog

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