This is Thai Buddhist temple of Theravada tradition which houses a huge reclining Buddha inside the Shrine Hall. Apart from that there are also many other figurines of Arahants. The main Shrine Hall also houses the urns of departed ones. A very good serene and peaceful place to pay homage to the Buddha. There are areas within the main Shrine that allows devotees to offer oil lamps but incense is to be placed outdoors. Monks' robes can be purchased and donated to the monks but can only be done in the nearby building within the vicinity of the Temple premise.

We visited this peaceful yet impressive Buddhist temple that houses a large reclining Buddha. The image is so serene and peaceful. The floor tiles with lotus flowers are wonderful. Besides Buddha, there are also images of Guan Yin and Phra Phrom. This is a wonderful place for some peace and prayer.

This temple is the oldest Malaysian Siamese temple. In 1795, The temple features one of the world's longest (Reclining Buddha / Sleeping Buddha) (108 ft / 33 meter) statue as well as several coloured statues of Yaksha and other mythical creatures. Several smaller statues of the Buddha in various poses, as well as the Devas can be seen throughout the temple, particularly adorning the main prayer hall & the entrance hall. If you are in Penang - George Town, probably you can take a quick visit about +/- 30 min.

Very impressive Thai Buddhist temple. The reclining Buddha statue is massive, but what really drew me to it was the serene face as it fills you with calm and peace. The sculptor got it just right. There are other statues as well and memorials of devotees who have passed. The giant stupa on the grounds is also worth a look. We were there on a rather crowded day as the Burmese temple across the street had an event going on. The spillover of young devotees into the Thai precinct added some noise and colour, as well as photo clicking opportunities. A must see in culturally rich Penang.

Nice place to confess your sins and cry ~

Wat Chayamangkalaram in Penang is a serene oasis of Thai Buddhist architecture. The temple's vibrant colors and ornate details create a peaceful atmosphere. The highlight is the impressive Reclining Buddha, stretching gracefully along the temple hall. Captured the tranquility of this sacred space and shared it on Google Maps for others to appreciate. #WatChayamangkalaram #BuddhistHeritage #PenangDiscovery

Sehr interessante Anlage mit unzähligen Buddhas. Besucher müssen, wie üblich, die Schuhe ausziehen. Wenn man Glück hat, kann man sich die Anlage in Ruhe anschauen. Teilweise werden komplette Bus-Gruppen hier abgesetzt. Dann kann es etwas voll werden.

Ornate and beautiful both inside and out! A wonderful place to explore or simply to worship or meditate. All are welcome.

Peaceful place where you can think about spiritual things. Inside, you'll find a big statue called the Reclining Buddha. The temple is very clean, which helps make it a nice place to feel connected to something bigger than yourself.

An incredibly beautiful and quiet thai buddhist temple in Georgetown. It felt like being in Bangkok's temples again, and I do recommend to visit early in the morning before it gets toot hot. Stop by the ice cream vendor at the entrance and refresh yourself with mango sticky rice to feel even more in Thailand.

Beautiful Thai Buddhist temple. Has ashes of past residents under Stupa mostly Chinese very old. Resident monk does water blessings at 14:00. Across the street is Burmese Buddhist temple which has coffee shop.

Visited in the last week of March 2023! Blissful temple. Must visit if you are in Penang! Located near George Town. Easy access from bus stop as well.

Parking: Try the parking space inside the temple, if not you can park on the road side and walk to the temple. Entrance fee/Tickets: None. Temple premises: Neat, calm and clean, overall very peaceful place with good positive vibes. The Sleeping budha statue size is amazing, it was bigger than I imagined, very good maintenance and friendly staff. All religion/race are welcomed and I didn't notice any restrictions to dress code, but I suggest visitors to be respectful and wear decent clothes.

Always a great spot to unwind and regain some calm after long weeks. Come on a weekday, the place is crowded usually on weekends and public holidays. I always like to tell my fortune there at the machine. Each reading is only 50 cents. There are stalls out front that sell souvenirs and prayer bracelets. They have some pretty sturdy items - bought a prayer bracelet about half a year ago and it's still as good as new. This visit got me a cute GYM key chain. If you're taking public transport, there is a bus stop nearby. Look for RapidPenang lines with the stop Sleeping Buddha and it should stop you within 200m of the place.

17/04/2022: Burmese devotees celebrating Myanmar New Year and Thingyan.

🙏 during mco sometime they close the gate, and limited parking inside Wat , if outside always have traffic bypass and saman .

In my life first time I visited a Buddha template. I found a special kind of peace in the temple. All the people maintain silence here. The temple is situated at Penang Island in Malaysia. Two temple situated just opposite. In the temple a very big Buddha statue is present. The statue is so big that capturing the full statue in a single shot was so tough. Me and one of my friend found some time out from our busy schedule and just visited the temple. The silence I found which made me speechless. I love the place and always I will ask everyone who is visiting Penang should visit the temple.

Friedliche Tempelanlagen. Liegender Buddha, Möglichkeit Opfergaben zu spenden und friedlich die spirituelle Atmosphäre aufzunehmen. Schuhe im Außenbereich ausziehen bevor Gebäude betreten werden! Oase der Ruhe.

Peaceful place. Clean environment and beautiful too.

This place is wide, with a sleeping Buddha inside this temple. The length is around 130 meters. In front of this temple there are another temple.

Es war interessant zu sehen, wie unterschiedlich dieser thailändische Tempel im Gegensatz zu dem gegenüberliegenden burmesischen Tempel ist. Ein Besuch lohnt sich! Der Tempel ist mit dem Bus 101 problemlos erreichbar. Leider gibt es wenig Sitzgelegenheiten im Schatten, um den Tempel auf sich wirken zu lassen.

This temple is very solemn, quiet, well visited and has more attractions around it. The locals natives one can watch them doing the rituals. Families, kids, elders, are a site to watch. Needs an hour to walk around and absorb the wealth of heritage & spirits in this temple....

This is a Thai Buddhist temple in the middle of Pulau Tikus area and located just opposite the Burmese temple. Nice place to visit even for a short stop.

The Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple in Penang is a serene and spiritually uplifting place that showcases the rich cultural and religious diversity of the island. This magnificent temple is a hidden gem that exudes an aura of peace and tranquility. The centerpiece of the temple is the enormous reclining Buddha, which is not only an impressive sight but also a symbol of serenity and enlightenment. The intricate details and the sheer size of the statue are awe-inspiring. The temple's architecture, adorned with traditional Thai designs and vibrant colors, creates a visually stunning and immersive experience. It's a beautiful representation of Thai Buddhist artistry. The temple grounds are well-maintained and offer a sense of calm, making it an ideal place for meditation and contemplation. The atmosphere is further enhanced by the fragrant incense and the soft sounds of prayer chants. One of the unique aspects of the Chaiya Mangalaram Temple is the opportunity to observe Thai Buddhist customs and rituals, providing visitors with a deeper understanding of this spiritual tradition. Whether you're a spiritual seeker, an admirer of art and architecture, or just looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, the Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple is a must-visit destination in Penang. It's a place where the spiritual and the cultural merge, leaving a lasting impression on all who visit.

Worth visiting this Thai Buddhist temple in Penang. It's an well maintained temple where the best thing to see is a gigantic reclining Buddha statue.

No need entry ticket a small donation would suffice. For visitors coming to pray and giving respect to the Buddhist faith

This temple's location is strategic, located in one way street. Near Harriston Chocolate Shop. In 10.00 a.m this place was hot, better we use sunglasses. The cloud was very beautiful. This place is wide, with a sleeping Buddha inside this temple. The length is around 130 meters. In front of this temple there are another temple.

A small temple on top of the park. Many people tourists included comes here to pray. Sometimes they have Thai cultural dance performance and firecrackers let off too. They also have a short distance of cable car ride up to the top from the base. There is a fare charge.

There's lotsa urn at the lower deck of the recline Buddha, u can do candle offering there. A place filled with peace and calmed.

Just wonderful! Nothing else to say. The Buddha size is just amazing and the colour are so impressive. Gorgeous temple 🤍

Inside the temple, there is a beautiful Thai-style Buddha statue along with various other sculptures. Many tourists visit this place. The staff is friendly and welcoming.

Thailand sculpture, and beautiful dragons decorated with colourful pieces of mirrors.The stunning image of reclining Buddha

Beautiful Thai temple with long stretching Sleeping Buddha statue, four faces heavenly god statue.A must visit place for tourist.

Beautiful Thai temple at Penang. Location is easy to find and car park is available. May all the guest WISH become true and full of joy!

Giant sleeping Buddha with pther Thai Buddhist Monk statues. The place is huge so its very cooling inside. Place have some parking available within the compound itself. Clean toilets available.

A beautiful and restful place to visit, and to pay your respects to various Buddhas. The artwork is divine, and the Reclining Buddha is a wondrous sight to behold. There are also medallions, fortunes, and stone bracelets you can purchase, which are lovely reminders of this holy place.

Location : Strategic location for tourists access. Parking : Plenty of parking lot at the road side in front of the temple. Experience : Feel peace and religious when visiting the place. Great place to calm our mind from a busy stressing routine.

Thai buddist temple with a big reclining buddha at the main hall. A beautiful and peaceful temple, do dress modestly for visit. Their visiting hour end at 5pm so the prayers hall will close after that. A popular place of worship for the locals and tourists, Beware of pickpocket and shoes stealer and be mindful of your own belongings at all time.

It has giant sleeping Buddha at the main building.

Wat Chayamangkalaram also known as Reclining Buddha Temple is a Thai Buddhist temple located at Pulau Tikus in Penang, Malaysia. The temple is also located opposite the Dharmikarama Burmese Temple at Burma Road (Lorong Burma). This temple built in the year 1845 has one of the largest gold-plated Reclining Buddhas. The 33 meters in length reclining Buddha symbolizes complete peace and detachment from the world. At the entrance of the temple, visitors will be greeted by two statues. Besides the Reclining Buddha, there are many brightly colored statues of Devas around the temple.

This is must visit for visitors who came to Penang first time. We went there because we have to pray our ancestors.

This Thai-style Buddhist temple is where you'll find the famous Reclining Buddha in Penang. Pictures taken just outside the hall. Saw few devotees doing their prayers there.

very calming right from the moment you step in ... was too hot to take more photos ...worth the visit and also to the Standing Buddha Temple opposite the road.

A serene and quiet place of worship on off peak hours. Enough parking on a Friday noon.