It occupies vast grounds, with numerous religious and lay monuments throughout, including a 23m-tall, white, walking Buddha,[1] and many sculptures particularly aimed at children.
This temple is located near Ban Samran in Khon Kaen, Thailand, 12 km north of the Khon Kaen City center just off Mittraphap Road or National Route 2 (the Friendship Highway) to the east side.
Among other unique animal figurines is included a monkey god in a Mickey Mouse suit.
[2] It has become a well-known meditation center because, rather than teaching a formal method, Luang Po Gluai encouraged people to find their own path to inner peace.
The wat community offers free breakfast and lunch (while it lasts) and allows people to camp and volunteer on the complex.