Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
Wat Phra Yai sits atop Pratumnak Hill, requiring visitors to climb a flight of stairs to reach it.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
The stairs to Wat Phra Yai (known in English as Big Buddha Temple).
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
There are numerous statues, along with music playing from speakers and vendors along the walkway and in the temple area itself.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
Big Buddha atop Pattaya's Pratumnak Hill.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
Many of the temple's statues are located on its level hilltop area.
Shaun Hunter
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09/24/2019
Many locals visit the temple to pray and give offerings.
Shaun Hunter
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09/24/2019
The edge of the hilltop temple overlooks views of Pattaya and Jomtien Beaches.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/24/2019
Several statues sit in smaller temples located along a ring road just below the summit, which is often neglected by other visitors.