If we talk about sacred places that are the spiritual center of Hua Hin people and tourists all over the country, the name of "Wat Huai Mongkhon" must be at the top of the list. This is the location of "Luang Pu Thuat", a famous monk of the South, which is known as the largest in the world, carved from alloy, with a lap width of 9.9 meters, standing majestically on a high base, elegant and full of faith. Anyone who comes to pay respect believes that it will inspire them to have a happy and prosperous life and travel safely away from all dangers.
In addition to safety, Wat Huai Mongkhon is also famous for praying for fortune and success. Inside the temple, there are other sacred objects to worship, such as the large "Ai Khai" (replica) carved from a 1,000-year-old giant Takian wood, where villagers like to ask for lucky numbers and jobs, or the Erawan three-headed elephant, where people often walk under the elephant's belly to ward off bad luck and enhance their prestige. It can be said that you can get everything in one place.
Before returning, don't forget to stop by the amulet zone of the temple. There are many models to choose from, whether it is Luang Pu Thuat amulets, Tao Reed models, Phra Rod models, Sema medals, or various sizes of floating statues, which are available in many prices according to faith. Renting these amulets, in addition to getting good things to take back to worship as encouragement, is also considered a donation to support the temple indirectly.
Since you're here, don't miss the opportunity to worship King Taksin the Great as well, because there is a royal monument to worship.
This holiday, if anyone has a plan to travel to Hua Hin - Prachuap Khiri Khan, don't forget to take the time to visit Wat Huai Mongkhon to add merit. I guarantee that you will be full of merit, full of heart, and have good things to take home to hug and be "happy" throughout the year.
