Loha Prasat Sri Mueang Pong

Ban Pong · Hang Dong West (Ban Pong / Samoeng Rd)

About

This is the white 'metal castle' on the hill above Ban Pong in Hang Dong: a loha prasat set in the hilltop grounds of Wat Phra That Si Mueang Pong. The white structure wraps around a gold chedi, and from the top you get wide views across the valley. It's roughly 16–20 km from the city, so it's a drive-out rather than a stop on a temple walk, but it pairs easily with the Samoeng Road and Ban Pong cafés. Go for the setting as much as the building.

Good for

Views
Architecture
Photos
Half-day trips

Know before you go

Park at the bottom, then take the shuttle up (reported at 40 baht) or climb the long, steep staircase.
Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered; shoes come off inside.

Facts checked against 4 public sources: Visit Thailand Today, an official Thai website and 2 other public listings. Things change, so check before you go.