The Sanctuary of Truth is an amazing wooden building right on the beach in North Pattaya. The building has been under construction now for more than 20 years, and it might take another 15 years before it is finished.

The Sanctuary of Truth is completely made out of wood, and all the delicate carvings are done by hand. A huge number of woodcarvers are at work here every day carving out the various figures.

The huge building is more than 100 metres high. The Sanctuary of Truth, which is also called Prasat Satchatham or Prasat Sut Ja-Tum is not in use as a temple. It is build on an area of almost one acre on Rachvate Cape overlooking the sea in North Pattaya.

The architectural style is inspired by Buddhist and Hindu beliefs. Each of the four corners has a tower with figures from Thai, Cambodian, Indian and Chinese beliefs and legends.

The Sanctuary of Truth was created by Thai millionaire Khun Lek Viriyaphant, who was very interested in preserving Thai culture and history. He also created the Erawan Museum and the Ancient city Muang Boran, where many of Thailand’s historical buildings can be found in a full-size or scaled down version, both located in Samut Prakan province close to Bangkok.

Be sure to spend some time looking at the hand crafted details of the wood carvings at the Sanctuary of Truth. It will surely amaze you!