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The yellow chapel is eye-catching.

Nakhon Ratchasima, Eye-catching, bright yellow temple. Stands majestically in front of Wat Nong Tho, Khon Buri District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The color is strange and inviting, unlike the chapels of other temples which are usually white. Phrakru Kittipattanakhun Khonburi Subdistrict Abbot The abbot of Wat Nong Tho said that construction of this chapel began in 1981, or 43 years ago, but since it is a temple in a small village, Therefore, there are not enough factors to complete the operation in a short period of time. It took more than 20 years to complete. and had a ceremony to bury his children in 2001 Originally it was all white. But as time passed The white color is dull and peeling off. So it was restored and repainted. So I want to use a new color that is brighter and lasts longer. So we decided to use bright yellow. To make it look beautiful and eye-catching Create an atmosphere that makes people want to come into the temple more. There is no other hidden meaning. and it was not considered a violation of any discipline Moreover, when this bright yellow color is old, it will retain its outstanding beauty longer than white. In addition to the beauty and eye-catching strangeness of the temple, Inside there is also a Buddha image in the posture of Maravichai, lap width 1.8 meters and height 2 meters, which is exquisitely beautiful. The villagers call him Luang Pho Yai and is revered. Because the villagers believed that this Luang Pho Yai It is a sacred Buddha image. Bringing blessings and good fortune to those who come to pay homage, their wishes come true. Source: Thai News Agency