Wat Chaiyamangalaram

Wat Chaiyamangalaram | Penang | Pulau Tikus

Wat Chaiyamangalaram: Explore this Thai Buddhist temple in Penang, home to one of the world’s longest reclining Buddha statues.

Location & Origin

Also located in Penang, this Thai Buddhist temple was built in 1845 on land donated by Queen Victoria to the Thai community.

Architectural Highlights

The temple is famed for its 33-meter-long reclining Buddha, one of the largest in the world.

Cultural Significance

A symbol of Thai culture in Malaysia, it hosts traditional Thai festivals like Songkran.

Visitor Experience

Tourists can witness Thai Buddhist rituals, explore the colorful structures, and learn about reincarnation via murals.

Festivals Celebrated

Songkran (Thai New Year), Loy Krathong, Wesak Day, Kathina Ceremony

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3:58 pm, Sep 17, 2026

32°C

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Humidity: 61 %

Pressure: 1009 mb

Wind: 8 mph

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Clouds: 77%

Visibility: 10 km

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Sunrise: 7:04 am

Sunset: 7:11 pm

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Specialty / Unique Features

Famous for housing one of the world’s longest reclining Buddha statues (33 meters long); showcases Thai Buddhist architecture.