Wat Phra That Hariphunchai

I was raised in Lamphun and I have seen the temple and pagoda before the renovation. I must say that the renovation of the landscape of the temple complex and the surrounding areas is very impressive. A lot of improvements has been seen even around the golden pagoda and the market-on-the-bridge (Kua Mung - just across the street along the river opposite to the temple's main gate). The area inside the temple is also neat and clean you can just walk around the temple comfortably. It is recommended that, as per the northern tradition, you bought a fresh banana leaf cone (20 baht containing fresh flowers, three incensed sticks and a candle) in a small booth located before the main entrance of the complex. After the entrance, you go to the main chapel to pay respect to the main Buddha statue then exit and go to the pagoda. In front of the pagoda, light the incensed sticks and candle then place a candle on the bar then hold the incensed sticks and the cone in the 'Wai' manner. Place the incensed sticks in a sand bowl and place the flower cone on a provided platform. Then you are done and free to walk around. As any local would be, I don't know much of the building in the complex hahaha... But another must visit is the market-on-the bridge (Kua Mung) where you can get local products (longan products, local silk and fabric). You cannot just miss visiting our Wat Prathat when you visit Lamphun.

Architectural works include the ancient-style brick arch adorned with fine designs and the pair of sculptured lions at the door. There are also a square-shaped Chedi and a Khmer-style Buddha statue.