All across Thailand, the skyline is defined by more than skyscrapers and peaks. For centuries, Thailand’s landscape has been transformed by monumental acts of faith—towering statues of the Buddha that serve as beacons of peace, local landmarks, and incredible feats of engineering.
Whether you are a traveler seeking spiritual serenity or an admirer of grand architecture, these giants offer a perspective unlike any other.
This is a list of the tallest statues of the Buddha in Thailand.
This list is unlike any other list that can be found on the internet. The ranking of the height of the statues is based on the height of the Buddha images including any crowns or topknots. Structural bases and pedestals are not part of the measurement used for ranking.
With the exception of the statues that show as “image pending”, I have been to all of the statues on this list. All of the pictures shown are pictures that I took. No pictures have been pilfered from the internet.
If you read through the entire list and you are aware of a statue that I have not yet discovered, please use the contact form on this website to bring it to my attention. Also, if you discover an error, please let me know. I openly admit that I make mistakes. My aim is to have a complete, accurate, and current list of the tallest statues of the Buddha in Thailand. This webpage is updated with new information as it becomes available. The latest revision date is at the bottom of this page.
Any measurements provided by the site or other official sources were validated during my visit to the site. With limited exception, the measurements offered by the site and/or other sources often include bases, pedestals, and parts of the statue that extend beyond the crown/topknot. In many cases, I measured the base and/or the Buddha image to obtain the ranking measurement.
The ranking of the statues stops at the Buddha image height of 35 meters. Below that height, the number of statues multiplies quickly and the probability of missing a statue grows. The statues that have been included here that are less than 35 meters are due to the significance of the statue for other reasons.
These are all extraordinary and respectful tributes to the Buddha. Nothing here should be construed to indicate otherwise.
The List
Here is the list of the tallest statues of the Buddha in Thailand.
Ranking is based on the Buddha image height including any crown/topknot and excludes any base and/or pedestal.
Measurements that coincide with official or quasi-official measurements provided at the statue site, their website, or through communications are denoted with (o). None of the measurements provided by this website are to be deemed official and are provided only to facilitate a ranking based solely on the height of the image of the Buddha.
Standing as a golden landmark in Ang Thong, the Great Buddha of Thailand at Wat Muang holds the title of the nation’s tallest Buddha statue. Completed in July 2007, this massive reinforced concrete figure is depicted in the seated Mara Vichai (subduing Mara) posture.
While temple signage lists the total height at 95 meters(o), this figure includes the supporting platform base. The statue itself sits on a small, one-meter-high pad. When excluding both the primary platform and this pad, the Buddha figure measures 91 meters in height.
| Rank: | 1 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Mahanawamintra Sakayamunee Sri Visejchaicharn or The Great Buddha of Thailand |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Muang |
| Province: | Ang Thong |
| Structure Height: | 95 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 92 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 91 meters |
| Lap Width: | 63 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°35’35.2″N 100°22’40.1″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.593111, 100.377806 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/watmuang |
| Notoriety: | This is the tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand. |
Standing tall in Lopburi, the Phra Phuttha Chok at Wat Khao Wong Phrachan is Thailand’s second-tallest Buddha statue. Completed in 2018, this towering figure is crafted from reinforced concrete and painted gold.
The statue is depicted in the Mara Vichai (Subduing Mara) pose and rests on a pad that is approximately four meters high and is part of the statue. The entire statue sits on a platform that is approximately 4.5 meters high. The total height of the structure is 75 meters(o). Without the base platform and the pad at the bottom of the statue, the image of the Buddha is 66.5 meters tall.
| Rank: | 2 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Chok |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Khao Wong Phrachan |
| Province: | Lopburi |
| Structure Height: | 75 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 70.5 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 66.5 meters |
| Lap Width: | 47 meters |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°57’50.1″N 100°42’00.9″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.963915, 100.700252 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/KhaowongPhrachan/ |
| Notoriety: | This is the second tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand based on the image of the Buddha without including any base or pedestal. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | The lap width of the statue is often reported as 45 meters. This appears to be a conservative top of lap measurement rather than a full measurement to the outside of the knees. The measurement of the lap to the outside of the knees is 47 meters. |
The Phra Phuttha Metta statue at Wat Thap Khlo in Phitchit is in its final stages of construction. Standing as the third-tallest Buddha statue in Thailand, this massive reinforced concrete structure is finished in a striking gold paint and depicted in the Mara Vichai (Subduing Mara) pose.
Construction on this landmark began in 2013. After over a decade of work, the statue is slowly nearing its official completion. This will be a significant architectural and religious milestone for the region.
The entire structure reaches a finished height of 80 meters(o). The image of the Buddha rests on a substantial two-layer base that stands 17 meters(o) tall including a 7-meter column foundation layer and a 10-meter decorative pedestal. The Buddha image including its 3-meter(o) crown is 63 meters tall and has a lap width of 60 meters(o). The temple’s initial fundraising materials promoted constructing a Buddha image that was 60 meters tall with a 60-meter lap width.
| Rank: | 3 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Metta |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Thap Khlo |
| Province: | Phichit |
| Structure Height: | 80 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 80 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 63 meters(o) |
| Lap Width: | 60 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 16°11’08.8″N 100°34’39.3″E https://maps.google.com/?q=16.185782, 100.577569 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/suanpho/ |
| Notoriety: | This is the third tallest statue of a Buddha in Thailand. The lap width of this statue (60 meters) is the second largest in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There are some posts and videos on the internet that indicate this is the 2nd tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand. These are incorrect. The posts and videos use the 80 meter measurement which includes the base platform. If the base platform is included in all statue measurements, then two statues are currently taller: The Great Buddha of Thailand at Wat Muang in Ang Thong (95 meters with the base) and Phra Chao Yai Kaew Mukda Sri Trairat at Wat Roi Phra Phutthabat Phu Manorom in Mukdahan (84 meters with the base). If the measurements exclude any base and only the image of the Buddha is included, then two statues are currently taller: The Great Buddha of Thailand at Wat Muang in Ang Thong (91 meters without the base and pad) and Phra Buddha Chok at Wat Khao Wong Phrachan in Loburi (66.5 meters without the base and pad). |
The unique Buddha statue at Wat Phrathat Si Somdej Phra Phutthachinwong in Chiang Mai stands as a remarkable, yet largely undiscovered, architectural feat. Constructed from white-painted reinforced concrete, the figure is depicted in a seated position, though only the torso, arms, head, and a single foot are visible. This unusual presentation is paired with a hand position unlike any other statue in Thailand.
The project began around 2014 under the dedicated guidance of the resident monk, Phra Ajarn Phann Thitamano, who saw the construction through completion by late 2019. On October 28 of that year, he shared the progress with his community on Facebook: “ใกล้เรียบร้อยแล้วองค์พระ” (translation: “It’s almost finished, Lord.”)
In terms of scale, the statue is immense, reaching a total height of 62 meters from the foot’s lowest contact point on the hillside to the tip of the crown. Its shoulders span a massive 31 meters, half of its total height. Because the statue is set directly against a hillside rather than perched on a pedestal or hilltop, its true scale is often deceiving to the naked eye. Despite being the fourth tallest Buddha statue in Thailand, it remains virtually unknown outside of the local villagers who helped build it and the occasional traveler exploring the narrow loop road toward Doi Inthanon.
Tragically, Phra Ajarn Phann Thitamano passed away at the age of 57 in mid-2025 while working at the site, marking the end of 33 years of service. Visitors can now find a memorial display, including photographs and a small likeness of the monk, in the temple situated on the hill behind his great work. The towering white statue remains on the hillside as a lasting visual testament to his dedication and virtue. May his goodness be with us forever.
| Rank: | 4 |
| Statue Name: | The Giant Buddha Statue at Wat Phrathat Si Somdej Phra Phutthachinwong |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Phrathat Sri Somdej Phra Phutthachinwong |
| Province: | Chiang Mai |
| Structure Height: | 62 meters |
| Statue Height: | 62 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 62 meters |
| Lap Width: | NA – Shoulder width is 31 meters. |
| GPS Coordinates: | 18°42’25.8″N 98°33’27.7″E https://maps.google.com/?q=18.707172, 98.557687 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064750384207 |
| Notoriety: | Arguably the least known and least publicized of the tallest statues of the Buddha in Thailand. |
(informally Luang Pho Yai) at Wat Burapha Phiram in Roi Et
Standing tall as a landmark of Roi Et, the Phra Phuttha Rattanamanee Maha Muni Chakraphat Phitak statue at Wat Burapha Phiram holds the distinction of being Thailand’s tallest standing Buddha and the fifth tallest Buddha statue overall. This massive figure, crafted from reinforced concrete, was an eight-year endeavor that began in 1973 and reached completion in 1981.
According to the Thai and English signs displayed on the building’s walls, the entire monument reaches an overall height of 67.85 meters(o) and the Buddha figure itself measures 59.2 meters(o). This measurement is from the soles of its feet to the top of its head and excludes the height of its crown. The structure is supported by a multi-layered base totaling 6.3 meters in height, which includes a short 0.61-meter concrete pad, a 4.5-meter tall building, and a 1.2-meter lotus leaf pedestal. With the crown included in the measurement of the Buddha image, the height is 61.55 meters.
| Rank: | 5 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Rattana Mongkhol Maha Munee (informally Luang Pho Yai) |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Burapha Phiram |
| Province: | Roi Et |
| Structure Height: | 67.85 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 62.75 meters (Buddha image with lotus pedestal and crown) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 61.55 meters (59.2 meters (o) without the crown) |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 16°03’43.6″N 103°39’30.9″E https://maps.google.com/?q=16.062120, 103.658580 |
| Website: | None |
| Notoriety: | This is the tallest standing Buddha statue in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There are a number of inaccuracies on the web concerning this statue including incorrect information on size, materials, and age. The entire structure is 67.85 meters(o) and the image of the Buddha is 59.2 meters(o). These measurements are posted in Thai and English at the site. Many websites, videos, and posts have incorrectly subtracted the 59.2 meters from the 67.85 meters and concluded that the base is 8.65 meters. The total base beneath the image (pad, building, and pedestal) is only 6.3 meters. The difference (2.35 meters) is the crown. The total height of the Buddha image with the crown is 61.55 meters. The height of the Buddha image indicated by the signage at the statue excludes the crown and the lotus pedestal. The statue height (Buddha image with the crown and the lotus pedestal) is 62.75 meters. The statue is constructed from concrete and the exterior is painted gold. There is incorrect information on the internet that indicates the statue is covered in tile (“mosaic”). As can be seen in the photo below, there is no tile on the finish of the statue. Construction of this statue started in 1973 and completed in 1981. There is incorrect information on the internet that indicates 1973 was the year of completion. |
| The pedestal and surface finish of Luang Pho Yai at Wat Burapha Phiram in Roi Et |  |
The Phra Chao Yai Kaew Mukda Sri Trairat, located at Wat Roi Phra Phutthabat Phu Manorom in Mukdahan, is an imposing white Buddha statue depicted in the seated Mara Vichai pose. Completed in 2017 using reinforced concrete, the statue sits atop a massive base that houses a multi-functional building, featuring an elevator and a display area for various Buddha images.
The scale of the monument is particularly striking, as the total structure reaches a height of 84 meters(o), with the statue itself accounting for 59.9 meters(o) of that elevation. Its lap width measures 39.99 meters(o)—a dimension nearly identical to the major Buddha statues found at Wat Pak Nam Phasi Charoen in Bangkok and Wat Phai Rong Wua in Suphan Buri.
Visitors can interact with the monument through a platform at the base with steps designed to let them reach out and touch the Buddha’s fingers. Additionally, an observation deck surrounds the statue, providing expansive views of Mukdahan and the Mekong River. If total structure height was the criteria for ranking instead of the Buddha image height, this would be the second tallest Buddha statue in Thailand.
| Rank: | 6 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Chao Yai Kaew Mukda Sri Trairat |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Roi Phra Phutthabat Phu Manorom |
| Province: | Mukdahan |
| Structure Height: | 84 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 59.9 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 59.9 meters(o) |
| Lap Width: | 39.99meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 16°29’53.0″N 104°43’40.5″E https://maps.google.com/?q=16.498056, 104.727917 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/Phramahamongkol2522 |
| Notoriety: | If the entire base structure is included in the ranking measurement, this is the second tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | None |
Standing as an imposing figure within Suphan Buri’s Wat Phai Rong Wua, the Phra Kakusunto statue is a massive seated Buddha depicted in the traditional Mara Vichai pose. This concrete monument was completed in 1980 and commands a significant presence due to its sheer scale. According to official on-site signage, the figure reaches a height of 58 meters(o) and features a lap width of 40 meters(o), all while resting securely upon a 7.1-meter(o) platform.
The statue includes a thin one-meter thick pad that is under the image of the Buddha. Excluding the pad the Buddha figure alone reaches a height of 57 meters from the pad to the tip of its crown. Its 40-meter(o) lap width is nearly identical to that of the Great Buddha statues at Wat Pak Nam Phasi Charoen in Bangkok and Wat Roi Phra Phutthabat Manorom in Mukdahan, making all three statues remarkably similar in their overall scale and height.
| Rank: | 7 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Kakusunto |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Phai Rong Wua |
| Province: | Suphan Buri |
| Structure Height: | 65.1 meters(o) |
| Statue Height: | 58 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 57 meters |
| Lap Width: | 40 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°09’45.8″N 100°09’40.4″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.162722, 100.161222 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/WatPhaiRongWua2469 |
| Notoriety: | The tallest statue of a Buddha in Suphan Buri province. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There have been some posts on the internet that indicate that this is the largest Buddha statue in Thailand or that this is the largest statue in the Mara Vichai pose. These errors seem to stem from either mistranslation or incomplete information related to another prominent statue at Wat Phai Rong Wua. There is an impressive cast bronze statue of a seated Buddha in the Mara Vichai pose at Wat Phai Rong Wua. The statue is significantly smaller than the Phra Kakusunto but it is likely the largest seated cast bronze Buddha statue in Thailand. At the time the Phra Kakusunto construction was completed, it would have likely been the 2nd tallest statue of a Buddha in Thailand. Both the height and construction completion times are near those of the standing Buddha at Wat Burapha Phiram in Roi Et. |
Completed in 2021, the Phra Phuttha Dhammakaya Dhepmongkol at Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen is a massive statue of a seated Buddha depicted in a meditation pose with a half-lotus leg position. The bronze exterior (copper and tin alloy) has a striking gold finish.
The structure’s dimensions are impressive, reaching a total height of 69 meters(o) with a lap width of 40 meters(o). This overall height is supported by a significant multi-layered base totaling 12.5 meters, which consists of a six-meter-tall building at the foundation, a decorative lotus pedestal, and a short padding layer. Excluding this base, the Buddha image itself stands 56.5 meters tall from its seat to the tip of its crown.
The lap width is nearly identical to the Buddha statues at Wat Roi Phra Phutthabat Manorom in Mukdahan and at Wat Phai Rong Wua in Suphan Buri, making all three statues very close in their overall scale and height.
| Rank: | 8 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Dhammakaya Dhepmongkol |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen |
| Location: | Bangkok |
| Structure Height: | 69 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 63 meters (without the first building layer) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 56.5 meters |
| Lap Width: | 40 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 13°43’16.4″N 100°28’15.6″E https://maps.google.com/?q=13.721222, 100.471000 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/WATPAKNAM.BKK |
| Notoriety: | This is the largest bronze statue of a Buddha in Thailand. This is largest statue of the Buddha in Bangkok. |
Located at the Phrom Panyo Buddhist Meditation Center Chiang Dao in Chiang Mai, this standing Buddha image depicts Somdej Ong Pathom, the first Buddha, adorned in the ornate emperor’s robes of Phra Maha Chakkrapha. While construction at the site is still ongoing, the primary image was largely finished in 2025. The towering figure is crafted from concrete and finished in a striking palette of white and gold.
The architectural scale of the monument is significant, beginning with a six-meter-tall accessible base followed by a three-meter-high lotus pedestal. The Buddha image itself measures 50 meters including its crown, bringing the total height of the entire structure to 59 meters(o). Despite its massive proportions—which place it among the ten tallest Buddha statues in Thailand—it remains a relatively hidden gem that is rarely featured in mainstream travel guides or rankings.
| Rank: | 9 |
| Statue Name: | Somdej Ong Pathom – Phra Maha Chakkrapha |
| Temple or Site: | Phrom Panyo Buddhist Meditation Center – Chiang Dao |
| Province: | Chiang Mai |
| Structure Height: | 59 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 53 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 50 meters |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 19°23’55.5″N 98°56’23.0″E https://maps.google.com/?q=19.398737, 98.939733 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/prommapunyo.chiangdao |
| Notoriety: | This is the largest standing statue of Somdej Omg Pathom (the first Buddha) in Thailand. |
The Buddha statue at Wat Amphawan Wanaram in Lopburi is a striking architectural feat modeled after the Phra Phuttha Chinnarat, one of Thailand’s most revered religious images. Depicted in the Mara Vichai pose, the golden-painted concrete figure reached near completion in 2018, with the entire site finalized in early 2026.
The structure’s dimensions are quite significant, standing at a total height of 49 meters(o) with a lap width of 32 meters(o). This height includes a 2 1/3-meter platform and a very shallow statue pad measuring less than 2/3 of a meter. When these base elements are excluded, the Buddha image itself, from the seat of the figure to the tip of its crown measures 46 meters.
| Rank: | 10 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Chinnarat (King of Victory) |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Amphawan Wanaram |
| Province: | Lopburi |
| Structure Height: | 49 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 46.67 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 46 meters |
| Lap Width: | 32 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 15°04’39.7″N 101°00’10.1″E https://maps.google.com/?q=15.077697, 101.002797 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076342887869 |
| Notoriety: | The largest statue of Phra Phuttha Chinnarat in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | None |
Standing as one of the most breathtaking sites in Thailand, Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew in Phetchabun features a magnificent architectural centerpiece: a unique statue of five nested seated Buddhas. Completed in 2013 using concrete, this striking formation rests upon a three-layer base that houses various exhibits and sacred images.
While the statue itself reaches a height of 45 meters(o), the inclusion of the triple-layered foundation brings the entire structure to an impressive total of approximately 56 meters. The lap widths of the nested Buddhas span from just 5 meters for the smallest Buddha to 22 meters and 82 centimeters for the largest. Encircling the entire monument is an expansive observation deck, which offers visitors an extraordinary panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.
| Rank: | 11 |
| Statue Name: | The Five Seated Buddhas |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew |
| Province: | Phetchabun |
| Structure Height: | 56 meters |
| Statue Height: | 45 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 45 meters(o) |
| Lap Width: | 22.82 meters(o) (largest) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 16°47’24.7″N 101°03’03.1″E https://maps.google.com/?q=16.790194, 101.050861 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/watprathatphasonkaew/ |
| Notoriety: | One of the most beautiful temple sites in Thailand. |
Phra Phuttha Rup Pang Pathom Thetsana at Wat Tham Khao Prang in Lopburi is an imposing white seated Buddha sculpted in the Dhammachakka Mudra gesture to depict the Buddha’s first sermon. Completed in 2018 using concrete, the massive structure reaches a total height of 56 meters(o) and features a lap width of 32 meters(o). The Buddha figure itself measures 43 meters from the top of its 3-meter base to the top of its head. A decorative backdrop and a crowning umbrella extend the monument’s full vertical presence by an additional 10 meters.
Visitors to the site can reach the elevated temple by ascending a significant stairway, which offers a rewarding panoramic view of the Lopburi landscape. Interestingly, Wat Tham Khao Prang is located only 28 kilometers from Wat Amphawan Wanaram, home to another Buddha statue with an identical 32-meter(o) lap width. Although the statue at Wat Amphawan Wanaram is distinguished by a prominent crown that the Khao Prang figure lacks, the two Buddha images would be nearly identical in both height and width if the crown were excluded from the measurements.
| Rank: | 12 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Rup Pang Pathom Thetsana |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Tham Khao Prang |
| Province: | Lopburi |
| Structure Height: | 56 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 56 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 43 meters |
| Lap Width: | 32 meters(o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 15°15’34.1″N 101°06’40.7″E https://maps.google.com/?q=15.259472, 101.111306 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008302902231 |
| Notoriety: | This is the largest statue of the Buddha in Thailand with the First Sermon (Dhammachakka Mudra) gesture. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There are inaccuracies on the internet stating that the Buddha image is in a half-lotus pose or a cross-legged pose. The position of the Buddha is in a full lotus pose. Both feet rest on the opposite thigh making this a full lotus pose. Neither foot is resting on the ground. Unfortunately, the incorrect information has been picked up by the search engines and now appears in AI responses. |
Located at Wat Khao Chedi Wisai Tri Rattanaram in Chumphon, the Phra Phuttha Prathanphon Chumphon Prachanat is an imposing seated Buddha in the Vitarka Mudra, or teaching pose. A sign at the rear of the statue notes the size of the statue and that it was completed in 1993. The statue has undergone a significant aesthetic transformation over the years. While it was originally decorated with a multicolored palette featuring black hair, an off-white face, a red robe, and a gold crown, the entire structure is now finished in a uniform gold.
The statue stands at a total height of 41 meters(o) from its foundation to the tip of its crown. This height is supported by a three-meter-tall base, which consists of a smooth concrete layer topped with an ornate lotus leaf facade that hides a sturdy internal concrete pad. Excluding this base, the Buddha figure itself measures 38 meters in height. In a design choice that is remarkably rare for statues of this type, the lap of the Buddha is accessible to visitors via an integrated stairway, offering a unique perspective of the monumental craftmanship.
| Rank: | 13 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Prathanphon Chumphon Prachanat |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Khao Chedi Wisai Tri Rattanaram |
| Province: | Chumphon |
| Structure Height: | 41 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 41 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 38 meters |
| Lap Width: | 25 meters |
| GPS Coordinates: | 10°21’58.3″N 99°07’24.2″E https://maps.google.com/?q=10.366192, 99.123389 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/KhaoChediWisaiTrirataNaramTempleChumphon/ |
| Notoriety: | The tallest statue of a Buddha in Chomphon province. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There is a sign at the lower temple that indicates the lap width is over 20 wa (40 meters) and the height of the statue is 25 wa and 2 sok (51 meters). This appears to be a miscommunication or misprint when making the sign. It is known that the lap is nowhere near 20 wa (40 meters wide) and is easily verified with satellite images (ie Google maps satellite layer). The entire structure that is under the base of the statue is 30 meters wide. If the position of the ’20’ and the ’25’ in the sign were switched, the height would match the height that is printed on the back of the statue and the width would be correct if wa was changed to meters. |
Completed in 1969, the Phra Phuttha Sakolsima Mongkol statue at Wat Phra Khao in Nakhon Ratchasima is an impressive seated Buddha image depicted in the Varada Mudra gesture. Constructed from concrete and finished with a white coating, the statue received its official name from the late HM King Rama IX, Bhumibol Adulyadej.
The figure rests upon a base consisting of a dual-layer lotus leaf pedestal atop a smooth concrete foundation. While the Buddha image itself measures 36.5 meters including the crown, the 8.5-meter base brings the total height of the monument to 45 meters(o). On-site signage notes a lap width of 27 meters(o)(see discrepancy notes).
| Rank: | 14 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Sakolsima Mongkol |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Phra Khao |
| Province: | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Structure Height: | 45 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 45 meters(o) (including the base) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 36.5 meters |
| Lap Width: | 26.2 meters (see discrepancy note) 27 meters(o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°36’51.4″N 101°15’55.6″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.614273, 101.265441 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070075693259 https://www.facebook.com/Measurethepitak |
| Notoriety: | This was the tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand for several years. It is still the largest seated Buddha with the Varada Mudra (blessing) gesture. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There is conflicing information regarding the width of the lap. There are two signs at the site that indicate that the lap width is 27 meters. There is information on the internet that indicates the lap width is 26 meters (13 wah). From signage at the site, the statue previously underwent some restoration and the original lap width was widened as a result. Measurements from satellite photos indicate that the current lap width is closer to 26 meters than 27 meters. Measurement taken at the statue parallel to the base and at points perpendicular to the outside of the knees was 26.24 meters. Since a ladder and/or scaffolding was not used to directly measure the lap width, the 27 meter measurement could not be replicated. It is sufficiently accurate to say that the lap width is between 26 and 27 meters. |
(The Big Buddha of Phuket)
The Phra Phuttha Ming Mongkol Eknakakiri—famously known as The Big Buddha of Phuket—is a magnificent seated statue of the Buddha depicted in the Mara Vichai pose. This massive structure was engineered using reinforced concrete and is covered with white marble. While the statue was largely complete by 2017, some sections required several more years of work and remained unfinished until after 2020. Throughout its construction, visitors were invited to “purchase” marble bricks, write personal messages or names upon them, and donate them to be permanently integrated into the monument.
The site’s recent history is marked by a somber period of closure following a devastating landslide in August 2024 that claimed 13 lives. The site officially reopened to the public on March 3, 2026, to coincide with the sacred holiday of Makha Bucha.
Architecturally, the monument reaches a total height of 45 meters(o), which includes a 10-meter decorative base featuring ornate columns and a lotus leaf pedestal. The Buddha image itself, measured from its seat to the top of the crown, is 35 meters tall with a lap width of 25.45 meters(o). Perched high atop a hill, the location offers travelers an extraordinary panoramic vista of Phuket and the surrounding bay out to Ko Lon island.
| Rank: | 15 |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Mingmongkol Akenakkiri (The Big Buddha of Phuket) |
| Temple or Site: | The Big Buddha of Phuket |
| Province: | Phuket |
| Structure Height: | 45 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 45 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 35 meters |
| Lap Width: | 25.45 meters(o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 7°49’39.8″N 98°18’46.5″E https://maps.google.com/?q=7.827732, 98.312922 |
| Website: | None |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | The Big Buddha of Phuket is often incorrectly cited as the 3rd largest statue of the Buddha in Thailand. Based on both the total statue height and the height of the image of the Buddha, the statue was never third tallest. If 2014 is used as the construction completion date (which is at least 6 years prior to full completion) and used the full structure height as the height criteria (45 meters with the base columns and lotus pedestal), then four (4) other statues where taller at the time of completion: ■The Great Buddha of Thailand – Wat Muang, Ang Thong ■The Standing Buddha – Wat Burapha Phiram, Roi Et ■Phra Kakusunto – Wat Phai Rong Wua, Suphan Buri ■The Five Nested Buddhas – Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew, Phetchabun One statue was tied at 45 meters (including the base in the measurement of both statues): Phra Phuttha Sakolsima Monkgkol – Wat Phra Khao in Nakhon Ratchasima. Using the early construction completion date (2014) and full structure height as the criteria, the Big Buddha of Phuket was once tied for the 5th and 6th tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand (at best). If the actual height of the Buddha image (35 meters) including the crown and excluding any base is used as the height criteria, then six (6) other statues where taller than The Big Buddha of Phuket in 2014: ■The Great Buddha of Thailand – Wat Muang, Ang Thong ■The Standing Buddha – Wat Burapha Phiram, Roi Et ■Phra Kakusunto – Wat Phai Rong Wua, Suphan Buri ■The Five Nested Buddhas – Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew, Phetchabun ■Phra Phuttha Sakolsima Mongkol – Wat Phra Khao, Nakhon Ratchasima ■Phra Phuttha Prathanphon Chumphon Prachanat – Wat Khao Chedi Wisai Tri Rattanaram, Chumphon Using the early construction completion date (2014) and the Buddha image height with crown as the criteria, the Big Buddha of Phuket was once the 7th tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand (at best). Both of these scenarios are “at best” because there were other taller statues of the Buddha that were ongoing prior to the full completion of the Big Buddha of Phuket. |
Other Unranked Tall Statues of the Buddha
The Phra Phuttha Si Sayart statue at Wat Pa Sawangbun in Saraburi holds the distinction of being the largest reclining Buddha in Thailand, stretching over 200 meters in length. The statue is so massive that it also deserves a mention for its height. At an estimated 32.5 meters tall, it is just a few meters away from being in the top 15 tallest Buddha statues in the country.
Constructed from reinforced concrete, the figure is finished primarily in gold paint, accented by black hair and eyes and an orange headrest. While the structure was largely finished in 2025, construction work was still being finalized at the foot of the statue in early 2026.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Si Sayart |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Pa Sawangbun |
| Province: | Saraburi |
| Structure Height: | 32.5 meters |
| Statue Height: | 32.5 meters |
| Buddha Image Height: | 32.5 meters |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°24’42.6″N 101°07’55.5″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.411830015564227, 101.13207432474545 |
| Website: | None |
| Notoriety: | This is the largest reclining Buddha in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There is a sign at the statue that indicates the length is 219 meters(o). Manual measurement performed on site and also via satellite image indicate that the statue is closer to 213 meters in length with a Buddha image of approximately 203 meters. If the measurement was taken diagonally from the highest point at the head rest to the lowest point at the feet, the measurement still falls short of 219 meters. It is sufficient to say that this statue is over 200 meters long and is the largest reclining Buddha statue in Thailand. |
Standing as the centerpiece of an extraordinary temple complex, the Phra Phuttha Suwan Mongkho Mahamuni, located at Wat Phikun Thong Phra Aram Luang in Sing Buri, is an imposing seated Buddha statue crafted from reinforced concrete and adorned with shimmering gold mosaic tiles. Completed in 1987, the figure is depicted in a blessing posture with its legs folded in a half-lotus position. It rests upon a decorative lotus leaf pedestal which sits atop an expansive base. The first layer of the base houses a variety of murals, artwork, bells, and several other Buddha images and exhibits for visitors to explore.
Precise measurements are displayed on a sign located at the rear of the statue. The entire structure stands 42.3125 meters(o) high (21 wa, 1 khuep, and 3 nieu). The Buddha image itself measures 30.3958 meters(o) in height (15 wa, 1 khuep, and 7 nieu) and features a lap width of 23.1458 meters(o)(11 wa, 2 sok, and 7 nieu). The statue’s height including the base but excluding the first-layer building is 39.67 meters.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Suwan Mongkho Mahamuni |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Phikun Thong Phra Aram Luang |
| Province: | Sing Buri |
| Structure Height: | 42.3125 meters(o) (21 wa, 1 khuep, and 3 nieu) |
| Statue Height: | 39.67 meters (The entire structure without the first building layer) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 30.3958 meters(o) (15 wa, 1 khuep, 7 nieu)91 meters |
| Lap Width: | 23.1458 meters(o) (11 wa, 2 sok, 7 nieu) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°46’55.4″N 100°24’13.0″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.782042, 100.403601 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/WatPhikunthongOfficial/ |
| Notoriety: | This is the second largest seated Buddha statue with a blessing gesture in Thailand. See discrepancy note. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | This statue is often cited as being the largest seated Buddha statue with a blessing gesture (Varada mudra). The Phra Puttha Sakolsima Mongkol at Wat Phra Khao in Nakhon Ratchasima is also cited as having the Varada mudra gesture. Although fingers of the statue in Sing Buri form a circle and the gestures are slightly different, it is arguable that both statues have the same pose and gesture. Hence, this is the second largest seated Buddha statue with a blessing gesture in Thailand. |
The Phra Phuttha Phawanachai Mongkol statue, located at Wat Nak Bang Pahan Buddhist Park in Ayutthaya, presents a striking image of a seated Buddha in a full lotus meditation pose. Resting atop a base surrounded by water, the reinforced concrete structure is finished in gold paint and was completed in 2025. The Buddha image was constructed with a rebar and mesh framework on the ground before lifting it into place using a crane in three distinct sections: the lap, torso, and the shoulders and head. Once these sections were positioned, they were finished with a stucco-style concrete application.
The statue sits on a four-layer foundation consisting of a lotus leaf pedestal, two decorative concrete layers, and a base building enclosed by several sets of double glass doors. The entire monument reaches a height of 50 meters above the waterline with a total base width of 42 meters. The image of the Buddha measures 30 meters in height with a lap width of 24 meters.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Phawanachai Mongkol |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Nak Bang Pahan |
| Province: | Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya |
| Structure Height: | 50 meters (above the water) |
| Statue Height: | 33 meters (lotus pedestal and Buddha image) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 30 meters |
| Lap Width: | 24 meters |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°28’11.5″N 100°33’00.5″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.469861, 100.550139 |
| Website: | A video showing the segments of the Buddha image being lifted into place is at https://youtube.com/watch?v=TVWJx8YaL60&si=ZxQItnDFfudSNVMS. |
| Notoriety: | The tallest Buddha statue in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. |
“Buddha of Mercy at Thai Trilok Nath Kantarat Memorial” in Kanchanburi
Located at Wat Thipsukhontharam in Kanchanaburi, the Phra Phuttha Metta Pracha Thai Trailo Kantarat Gandhararath Anusorn—also known as the “Buddha of Mercy”—is a magnificent bronze statue depicted in the “asking for rain” pose. Standing as a highlight of an immaculately maintained park, the statue measures 32 meters(o), earning it the title of the tallest standing bronze Buddha in Thailand. This height includes a two-meter lotus leaf pedestal that is part of the bronze statue while the Buddha figure alone stands approximately 30 meters tall. The entire structure is anchored by a concrete pedestal rising four meters above the surface and extending another 4.5 meters underground, resulting in a total height of 36 meters above ground level.
The project was officially accepted by the office of Her Majesty the Queen in 2011, with construction largely finishing in 2014 followed by a formal opening ceremony in 2015. Visitors to the site can explore a dedicated building featuring exhibits on the statue’s history and intricate construction details, much of which is also documented on the site’s Facebook page.
Situated over 50 kilometers from the main city of Kanchanaburi, the site remains relatively quiet and is one of Thailand’s lesser-seen gems.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Metta Pracha Thai Trailokanath Gandhararath Anusorn or “Buddha of Mercy at Thai Trilok Nath Kantarat Memorial” |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Thipsukhontharam |
| Province: | Kanchanaburi |
| Structure Height: | 36 meters (above ground) |
| Statue Height: | 32 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 30 meters |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°19’11.2″N 99°42’16.6″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.319778, 99.704601 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/phrabuddhametta |
| Notoriety: | This is the tallest standing bronze Buddha statue in Thailand. |
(informally Luang Pho Uthong)
Informally known as Luang Pho Uthong, the Phra Phuttha Pushyakiri Srisuwanabhumi statue at Phutthamonthon in Suphan Buri province holds the distinction of being Thailand’s largest stone-carved Buddha. The site operates as a park-like tourist attraction, offering visitors a blend of spiritual and modern highlights including the statue, a temple, a man-made waterfall, and a skywalk.
The monument reaches a total height of 35 meters(o) including its six-meter base. The Buddha image is 29 meters tall from seat to crown with a lap width of 25 meters(o). Although the statue mostly finished in 2018, the site has continued to undergo improvements in the years since to enhance the visitor experience.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Pushyakiri Srisuwanabhumi (informally Luang Pho Uthong) |
| Temple or Site: | Phutthamonthon of Suphan Buri Province |
| Province: | Suphan Buri |
| Structure Height: | 35 meters(o) |
| Statue Height: | 35 meters(o) (including the base) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 29 meters |
| Lap Width: | 25 meters (o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°22’18.7″N 99°52’04.5″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.371861, 99.867917 |
| Website: | None |
| Notoriety: | This is the largest stoned carved statue of a Buddha in Thailand. |
| Web / Information Discrepancy: | There are some posts on the internet with some bizarre measurements that greatly exceed the statue height including 84 and 108 meters. It is possible that one of those measurements might coincide with the height of the hill that the statue was carved from, but this is a 35 meter(o) tall statue. |
(informally Luang Phor To) at Wat Intharawihan in Bangkok
Standing tall as a centerpiece of Wat Intarawihan in Bangkok, the statue of Phra Si Ariyamettrai (informally Luang Phor To) depicts the Buddha robed and carrying an alms bowl. Its construction reflects a remarkable timeline that began in 1867 and spanned six decades before its completion in 1927. Since then, the figure has undergone various renovations.
The structure itself is crafted from brick and stucco, finished with a shimmering layer of gilded mosaic tiles. Its total height reaches 32 meters (o) while the Buddha figure measures approximately 27.5 meters when factoring in the short concrete base and the crowning umbrella. Visitors can ascend the stairways built into the back of the statue and view the temple grounds and surrounding city from the Buddha’s perspective.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Phra Si Ariyamettrai (informally Luang Phor To) |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Intharawihan |
| Location: | Bangkok |
| Structure Height: | 32 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | 32 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | 27.5 meters |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 13°46’02.2″N 100°30’10.8″E https://maps.google.com/?q=13.767272, 100.503006 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/WatIndharaviharn |
| Notoriety: | This is the tallest standing Buddha statue in Bangkok and has been for nearly 100 years. |
Standing an impressive 37 meters(o) tall with a lap width of 15.5 meters, the Luang Pho Sothon statue at Wat Bot Sam Khok in Pathum Thani holds the title of the largest Sothon Buddha replica in the world. Positioned with the Chao Phraya River on its right side, the monument features a tri-layer base and a draped amulet that faithfully replicate the original Sothon Buddha located in Chachoengsao. Although the figure of the Buddha itself measures approximately 20 meters, the entire height is considered the most appropriate measurement since the intricate base is an integral part of the iconic image.
| Rank: | Not Ranked |
| Statue Name: | Luang Pho Sothon (Sothon Buddha) |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Bot Sam Khok |
| Province: | Pathum Thani |
| Structure Height: | 37 meters(o) |
| Statue Height: | 37 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | ~20 meters – estimated (not measured separately) |
| Lap Width: | 15.5 meters |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°06’52.6″N 100°32’28.6″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.114621, 100.541272 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069904287165 |
| Notoriety: | This is the world’s largest replica of the Sothon Buddha. |
The massive “Phra Nang Mueang” Buddha statue, currently under construction at Wat Puttha Wanaram (also known as Wat Pa Wang Nam Yen) in Maha Sarakham, is set to become one of the tallest in the world, reaching a final height of 168 meters(o).
This monumental project, depicting the Buddha in a seated First Sermon posture, began in earnest following the laying of the foundation stone in November 2023. Visitors to the site can already witness the scale of the endeavor, as the colossal head of the statue is visible alongside a detailed small-scale model of the finished design. Based on the model, the projected height of the image of the Buddha is estimated at 104 meters.
| Rank: | Not Ranked – Under Construction |
| Statue Name: | Phra Nang Mueang |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Puttha Wanaram (Wat Pa Wang Nam Yen) |
| Province: | Maha Sarakham |
| Structure Height: | Projected 168 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | Projected 168 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | Projected 104 meters – estimated from small scaled model at the site. |
| Lap Width: | To be determined |
| GPS Coordinates: | 16°12’04.4″N 103°18’09.9″E https://maps.google.com/?q=16.201222, 103.302750 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064502274609 |
| Notoriety: | If the completed statue measurements match the planned construction, this will be the tallest statue of the Buddha in Thailand in terms of both total statue height and Buddha image height. This will also rank among the tallest statues in the world. |
The construction of the “Phra Phuttha Maha Chakraphat” statue at Wat Bot Temple in Pathum Thani is currently underway, with an expected completion date in 2029. Designed to be a massive Buddhist landmark and a key tourism site within the province’s development plan, the statue will stand 40.72 meters(o) tall with a lap width of 28 meters(o).
The statue will rest atop a three-story building designed for diverse functions. While the first floor is built to accommodate 1,500 people, the second floor serves as a dedicated space for Dharma practice, and the third floor is specifically designated for the performance of religious ceremonies.
This ambitious project is being built to honor His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday, which occurred on July 28, 2024.
| Rank: | Not Ranked – Under Construction |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Maha Chakraphat |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Bot Sam Khok |
| Province: | Pathum Thani |
| Structure Height: | Projected 40.72 meters(o) |
| Statue Height: | Projected 40.72 meters(o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | To be determined |
| Lap Width: | Projected 28 meters(o) |
| GPS Coordinates: | 14°06’45.0″N 100°32’22.4″E https://maps.google.com/?q=14.112489, 100.539547 |
| Website: | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069904287165 Article: https://www.khaosod.co.th/around-thailand/news_10130903 |
Currently under construction at the Wat Sang Kharam in Sukhothai Province, the Phra Phuttha Sitiwas Samhabpit—also known as the “His Royal Highness” Buddha statue—is planned to be 35 meters(o) tall. This grand figure, depicted in a standing posture with the right hand raised in a gesture of blessing, will be enshrined within the temple arch at Wat Sang Kharam to commemorate the life and legacy of King Rama IX.
| Rank: | Not Ranked – Under Construction |
| Statue Name: | Phra Phuttha Sitiwas Samhabpit |
| Temple or Site: | Wat Sang Kharam |
| Province: | Sukhothai |
| Structure Height: | Projected: 35 meters (o) |
| Statue Height: | Projected: 35 meters (o) |
| Buddha Image Height: | To be determined |
| Lap Width: | NA |
| GPS Coordinates: | 17°01’18.7″N 99°35’52.9″E https://maps.google.com/?q=17.021847, 99.598014 |
| Website: | None |
Last revised: April 3, 2026
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As of the revision date of this page, I have travelled to 52 provinces in Thailand and have visited dozens of temples (understated). When visiting statues that have the potential of being in the top 20 of the largest statues in Thailand (either by length or height), I take a laser measurer, a steel tape measurer, and a roll of string with me and I use my tripod with a built-in level as a transit. I do my best to validate measurements provided by others and in the absence of measurements, I take my own.
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