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Wat Bang Kaphom is located between Km 37-38 on
Highway 325 (Samut Songkhram – Bang Phae). This ancient temple was
built in the late Ayutthaya period. The old Wihan (image hall) is very
interesting. On the upper part of the walls, there are unusual mural
paintings in the form of stucco reliefs depicting the Lord Buddha’s
history. On the lower part of the walls, there are niches with Buddha
images inside. In the centre of the hall, a large replica of four
superimposing Buddha’s footprints in different sizes is enshrined. It
was presumed that the footprints were built in the Thon Buri period.
Initially, they were covered by silver sheets which were later stolen
during a war. The footprint at the deepest level which is made from
mother-of-pearl-inlaid wood still retains its beautiful design. On the
temple grounds, a small coffee shop offers traditional tasty tea and
coffee.
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