Located near the Tak TAT office, this statue of Tak's most famous
native son (1734 - 1782) is the site of an annual fair from December
28 until January 3. King Taksin was the Thai monarch who expelled
the Burmese from Thailand after the 1767 destruction of Ayutthaya as
the Thai capital.
This scenic, extensive area within the heart of Tak city is
located near Wat Mani Banphot on Paholyothin Highway. Inside the
temple, a Chiang Saen Buddha image dating from the late 1200s is
enshrined.
Located in Tambon Mai Ngam, this 71 - meter rocky hillock, near
Paholyothin Highway, contains replicas of the Lord Buddha's
Footprint on the summit. Tak residents pay homage throughout the
year, most particularly during Songkran, which marks the traditional
Thai New Year each April 13.
Located
in Trok Ban Chin, Wat Sri Talaram is not just an ordinary temple located
in a peaceful area. The most unique feature of Wat Sri Talaram is its
European-style architecture, reflected in its ordination hall. In
addition, enshrined within the sermon hall made of carved wood is an
ancient Ayuthaya-style Buddha image.
This
shrine is situated at Ban Pak Rong, by the Kittikachorn Bridge, south of
the city. The Shrine was established to honor Thailand's four former
Great Kings who were associated with Tak. These Kings called for several
strategic troop assemblies in the province to fight against invading
forces. In this light, the Shrine represents utmost respect for the
Kings dedication to the country.
