Wat Nang Phaya

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Wat Nang Phaya is a monastery in Phitsanulok, Thailand.

[edit] Geography

Wat Nang Phaya is located on the eastern bank of the Nan River. Wat Nang Phaya links to the campus of Wat Ratchaburana.

[edit] History

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Wat Nang Phaya is said to have been built when Phitsanulok was ruled by King Trailokanat (1448-1488).

[edit] Features

Wat Nang Phraya has no temple, but it is known for its Phrara Nang Phya, which are votive tablets found within the pagoda's repository. The eaves of the vihara of the monastery is decorated with 3-head nagas.