The story of the Silver Temple
Wat Sri Suphan dates back to the early 16th century, but its famous ordination hall was rebuilt from 2004 by the silversmiths of the Wualai community, who have worked silver here for centuries.
Every surface, from walls to roof, is covered in embossed silver and aluminium panels showing Buddhist scenes, Lanna patterns and even modern images. The temple also runs silver-craft workshops for visitors.
