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Temples #2 in Nakhon Nayok City

Ganesha ParkTemple

4.1 · 1,605 reviews
Open and spiritually eclectic
7755+5FH Ganesha ParkTemple, Tambon Sarika, Mueang Nakhon Nayok District, Nakhon Nayok 26000, Thailand
Interesting facts
1

The park houses a 9-meter tall standing Ganesha statue, a significant height compared to typical seated representations.

2

The temple complex features a distinct fusion of Hindu iconography within a traditional Thai Buddhist regional setting.

3

The location is colloquially known in Thai as 'Utthayan Phra Phikanet'.

4

The statues are constructed using a combination of reinforced concrete and detailed fiberglass finishes for durability in the humid climate.

5

The site was specifically developed to promote Nakhon Nayok as a destination for cultural and religious tourism.

Overview

Ganesha Park, located in Nakhon Nayok, is a religious site dedicated to the Hindu deity Ganesha, featuring one of the largest standing Ganesha statues in Thailand. The site is situated within the Sarika sub-district, known for its proximity to major natural attractions like waterfalls. Visitors walk through an open-air complex housing multiple shrines, decorative gardens, and various manifestations of the deity. The park serves as a center for both tourism and merit-making for local Buddhist and Hindu practitioners. The site is heavily landscaped with tropical vegetation and provides a central focal point for local religious iconography in the Nakhon Nayok province.

Photo spot

The main plaza directly in front of the giant standing Ganesha statue provides the most comprehensive perspective.

Insider tips

Visit during weekdays to avoid large crowds of pilgrims from Bangkok.

Bring a portable fan or umbrella as there is limited shade while walking between the various outdoor shrines.

Wear comfortable, slip-on footwear as you will need to remove them frequently when entering specific shrine areas.

What to avoid

Avoid visiting on major Thai public holidays or Buddhist holy days unless you are prepared for significant traffic congestion in the Sarika area.

Etiquette

Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees; remove shoes before stepping onto platforms or into enclosed shrine areas.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1-1.5 hours
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat, as the majority of the park is outdoors.
Address
7755+5FH Ganesha ParkTemple, Tambon Sarika, Mueang Nakhon Nayok District, Nakhon Nayok 26000, Thailand
14.258, 101.259
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Details
Key Feature9-meter tall standing Ganesha statue
Cultural ContextHindu-Thai syncretic religious park

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1-1.5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Early morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat, as the majority of the park is outdoors..

The main plaza directly in front of the giant standing Ganesha statue provides the most comprehensive perspective.

Close by you'll find Wat Phrammani (Luang Pho Pak Daeng), มีน้ำ มีนา สวนน้ำนครนายก, พิพิธภัณฑ์พระพิฆเนศ.