The Wihan at Sa-Moeng, Chiang Mai

The Wihan at Sa-Moeng, Chiang Mai

The Wihan or the assembly hall was an important ancient structure originally situated at Sa-Moeng in Chiang Mai Province. It portrays the traditional style of the northern religious monuments

There is no presiding Buddha image housed in the wihan. Instead, the small prasat, made of brick and plaster decorated with stucco motifs, houses an image or relic of the Buddha. It is considered the most sacred monument place in the community.

Reference

- The ancient Siam