Legend has it that praying to this Buddha image brings devotees health and wellness.

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Though the temple has been open since May, people have only started venturing out after the government lifted most travel restrictions earlier this month.

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Praying for succour in difficult times

Devout Buddhists flocked to Chachoengsao’s Wat Sothonwararam Worawihan on Friday to pay their respects to Luang Pho Sothon.