Wat Phrathat Chang Kham Worawihan is located on Suriyaphong Road opposite to Nan Municipality Office. The temple was previously called “Wat Luang” or “Wat Luang Klang Wiang” as it was constructed as a royal temple. According to the 74th stone of inscription discovered within the compound, this temple was built during the reign of Chaopu Khaeng in 1406 as a place for rulers to conduct Buddhist ceremonies and the Oath of Allegiance Ceremony. The inscription also mentioned that Phaya Phonlathep Ruechai, a Nan ruler, renovated the main viharn (Buddhist chapel) in 1548 AD.
The architecture of the temple reflects the influence of Sukhothai arts such as the phrathat (small chedi) in the Lankan style (a bell shape). The base is surrounded by sculptures of the front half of elephants. The main vihran enshrines the Buddha image in the posture of forgiveness called ‘Phra Phuttha Nanthaburi Si Sakkayamuni.’ This 145-centimeters bronze statue is cast with 65% pure gold and is believed to be cast during the late Sukhothai Period. The main Buddha image represents the Chiang Saen style of art and skills of Nan craftsmanship.
Opening hours are 6 am-6 pm.