Phra Chao Yai Wat Hong ˭Ѵ˧
is a large and old Buddha image in the meditation posture, 1.6 metre wide and 2 metres high. This is a
laterite image that features many local designs. Each February , a grand celebration is held to pay homage
to the image and is attended by people from nearby provinces. Though its Thai name means "large," it is
believed that the reason it is named like this is not because of its size but because of its sacred status to the
Buri Ram people. It is said that people who make vows with the image and then break them usually suffer
negative consequences. Several smaller images have been found under the image's base. The temple can
be reached by taking the raod to Phayakhaphum Phisai for 1 km. and 2 more kms. on a branch road.
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