[2025 Nan Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Nong Bua (Updated Jul)

Wat Nong Bua is an old Tai Lue temple in Nong Bua village in Nan province. The highlight of this temple is the beautiful murals inside the chapel. It is very difficult to find them anywhere else. These murals tell stories from the Pannyasa Jataka, which is one of the lives of the Lord Buddha. The author is "Tid Buaphan", a Lao Phuan painter. Therefore, this is a Tai Lue style of architecture that is very difficult to find. These murals can only be found at Wat Phumin and Wat Nong Bua. Location: Tambon Pa Kha, Amphoe Tha Wang Pha, Nan Province Open for viewing: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

KHUM CAFE ‘Super delicious mooncakes Address: Located in Nong Bua Village, Tha Wang Pha District, Nan Province (Near Wat Nong Bua) Atmosphere/Place: The atmosphere inside the shop is very good. There are seating areas on both sides. In the middle is a shelf of souvenirs, especially mooncakes, which are extremely delicious as their name suggests. There are many fillings and flavors to choose from. Plus, the price starts at only 30 baht. In addition, there are other souvenirs such as chicken snacks (freshwater seaweed) and curry puffs. The shop's drinks are no less than the desserts. This time, I ordered the signature value menu for 60 baht (delicious and satisfying for coffee lovers). Highlights: There are many beverage and dessert souvenir menus to choose from. It is a source of quality souvenirs (their desserts are really delicious). Average price per person 50-70 baht Score 9/10 #cafe #go to a chic cafe #cafe review #secret location #cafe life #souvenirs #recommend delicious restaurants #visit Nan #nice coffee shop #Nan #visit Nan Province

🌾 Wat Nong Bua, Pakha, Tha Wang Pha District, Nan Province 🌄 One of the ancient temples filled with the charm of Thai Lue culture 🇹🇭✨ Wat Nong Bua is the spiritual center of the villagers in the community and still beautifully preserves its Lanna identity 💛 ⛩️ Authentic Lanna architecture This temple stands out with its exquisitely carved wooden chapel 🪵🐘, combining the scent of Thai Lue art that is hard to find in the present era. Anyone who loves ancient architecture is guaranteed not to be disappointed. 🎨 📜 Ancient murals Inside the temple, there are also murals that tell the story of the life of the Buddha and the way of life of the villagers in the past in detail. 👨🌾👩🎨 It is considered a valuable cultural treasure that is worth preserving. 🌿 The peaceful atmosphere is suitable for relaxing. Surrounded by green nature and the simple lifestyle of the community 🏞️, Wat Nong Bua is a suitable place for practicing meditation, praying, or just taking a peaceful walk to enjoy the beauty. 📸 Plenty of beautiful photo spots! Both the chapel, the temple, and the main pagoda are all beautiful and unique photo spots. 📷🌸 Suitable for temple lovers, art lovers, and culture lovers. 🌟 Conclusion Wat Nong Bua is not just an ordinary temple, but a reflection of the beautiful and timeless Thai Lue culture. 🧡 It is one of the places that cultural tourists and those seeking peace should not miss. 🙏✨ If you visit Nan, don't forget to pin a stop to see the beauty at Wat Nong Bua, Pa Kha, Tha Wang Pha District. I guarantee that you will gain knowledge, peace of mind, and beautiful pictures to take back with you. 💫📿 #VisitNan #Nan #NanWorthVisiting

If anyone has ever traveled to Nan and fallen in love with the charm of this slow-paced but intriguing city, a small district like Tha Wang Pha has a peaceful corner worth visiting. Wat Nong Bua is one of them. Wat Nong Bua may not be as famous as the temples in Nan city, but anyone who has visited will always say, “I’m glad I got to see it with my own eyes.” The most outstanding thing here is the mural paintings by local craftsmen that are still almost intact. They tell stories from the life of the Buddha, interspersed with the lifestyle of the Tai Lue people in the past, in a simple but lively way. Every line, color, and gesture in the painting is like they are silently telling us stories of people a hundred years ago. There’s no need for much explanation. Just standing and looking, we understand that local art doesn’t have to be grand, but rather gentle and sincere. Wat Nong Bua is still as peaceful as ever. The villagers still live simple lives and smile at strangers naturally. It’s an atmosphere that you can’t find in a big city, and sometimes, we just need small things like this to fill our hearts. Want to start your Nan trip in a unique way? Try planning a trip to Tha Wang Pha. And don’t forget to download the Trip.com app to your device. Whether you’re booking a flight, finding a place to stay, or looking for a car rental, everything is conveniently and completely available in one app. With special deals that will make your trip more memorable #Mongpapai #trip #relaxation #spiritualtourism #beautifulfood指南 #relaxation #nan

#songkran2024 Nong Bua Temple is an old temple of Nong Bua Village. Well managed and maintained by local residents, Tai Lü (an ethnic group). The Wat itself has very old murals on the interior. There are other historic items as well, including coins, writings, etc. The antique wall painting is so stunning and the architecture itself is simple but elegant. A group of elderly perform their own folk songs in front of the temple. So impressive. Highly recommend!

Wat Nong Bua was established in 2215 B.E. in Ban Nong Bua, a large Tai Lue village that has been inhabited for a long time. There is a story that the Tai Lue people from Mueang La, Sipsongpanna, migrated to Nan around Chula Sakarat 1184 (B.E. 2365). The chapel is a simple rectangular shape. The highlight is the mural paintings in the same style as Wat Phumin. The chapel of Wat Nong Bua was built around B.E. 2405 by the leadership of Khru Ba Luang Sunanta and the villagers of Nong Bua. It is a Tai Lue architectural style. Inside the chapel, there are murals depicting stories of the Buddha's Jataka by Tai Lue craftsmen, of which only two remain today: Wat Phumin and Wat Nong Bua. The murals in the chapel of Wat Nong Bua were painted by Tid Buaphan, a Lao Phuan craftsman whom Mr. Thep brought from Mueang Phuan in Luang Prabang. The story painted in the paintings is the Chanthaka Jataka, which is the 11th oldest moral story in the book Pannya Sa Jataka, the last part. In addition, the painting also depicts a steamboat and French soldiers. According to the history of steamboats, they originated in Europe and America. It is assumed that the painter painted the painting during the reigns of King Rama IV to King Rama V. In addition, some parts of the painting depict the lifestyle of the Tai Lue people. #Mongpapai Wiki