THA RUA SHRINE

Tha Rua Shrine happens to be one of the oldest and the largest temples located in the islands of Phuket. The temple is home to a number of striking carved dragons, traditional artworks, and many ancient relics. While you enter this heritage site in Phuket, you will be welcomed by the outstanding red, green, and gold coloured theme.

The Rua Shrine is not only one of the oldest but it is also the largest temple complex in the four islands of Phuket. Being the brightest place of worship, it welcomes tourists with its red, gold, and green-colored theme. If you're planning a Thailand trip package from India, exploring the vibrant Rua Shrine should be on your itinerary. The temple complex is home to many statues of Kwan Yin also known as The Goddess of Mercy. 

Tha Rua Shrine was constructed more than a century ago, when a resident of Thalang who possessed a statue of the Po Sein in his home, grew ill. A monk visited him and it is believed that he became the spirit medium of Po Sein. The man was healed thanks to the god's age-old healing methodologies, which were channeled through the monk.

The news of the man's recovery went across the town, and for decades to follow, many people flocked to the monk to get the benefits of his healing powers. A rich man once met the monk who had been able to let him recover using his healing skills. The monk never requested anything in return for his treatment, but a wealthy person contributed money to build a temple to place the statue of Po Sein. A temple was constructed, which grew in size as the number of devotees grew. As part of the festival's purification ceremonies, the shrine also includes dozens of spirit mediums, who engage in extreme activities such as cheek-piercing and fire-walking.

Highlights

• Explore the interesting and colorful sculpture of Chinese origins at the Tha Rua Shrine.
• Get a glimpse of the large Buddha image that is believed to help people cure their illness.
• Be a part of the lively celebrations of the 9-day Vegetarian festival and witness individuals participating in fire walks and cheek piercing.
• This place is believed to be the largest and oldest temples located among the islands of Phuket.
• One can witness traditional artworks, carved dragons and numerous ancient relics in the temple, depicting the cultural value of Thailand.