Buddha Among the Roots: the Wonders of Wat Phra Mahathat, Thailand

Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan is one of the oldest and most significant Buddhist temples in Thailand.

Located in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province (largest province in southern Thailand), the temple is a pilgrimage site for Thai Buddhists and a must-visit spot for tourists in the area.

The most remarkable sight on the temple’s territory is this Buddha head embedded in an old tree’s roots.