Wat Gin—Surin town, Surin Province.
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Ianatlarge
N 14° 53.532 E 103° 27.540
48P E 334230 N 1646975
A Chinese Buddhist Wat, on the outskirts of Surin town.
Waymark Code: WM93E8
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 06/22/2010
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This Wat is found on a main road leading to/from the town of Surin. Easily visible from the road. I was told by a local that, this Wat was specifically created for the cremation of deceased ethnic Chinese Thai nationals. The Wat certainly has a strong Chinese theme.
The design of the Wat is straightforward. There is a main building with Buddha images. Outside there are two crematoria. Between the main building and the main road is a large paved parking area. This leads me to believe that there are times during the year when large gatherings of the local Chinese Thais take place.
When I visited the Wat was deserted (only westerners are silly enough to run around in the hot Thai midday sun).
Open to visitors?: Yes
Photography Permitted Inside?: Yes
Statue of the Buddha present?: Yes
Related Website: Not listed
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