Wat Chalong is a picturesque Buddhist temple in Phuket, which always makes a positive impression on the visitor. Frequented by local devotees who come to the shrine to pray and foreign sightseers who wish to understand Buddhism, this temple is a popular attraction. This temple’s Grand Pagoda, which dominates the complex, is thought to contain a bodily relic of the Buddha and is greatly venerated by local people. This pagoda is elaborately adorned with numerous paintings, which depict scenes from the life of the Buddha. It is also a pleasant, breezy location that is an appealing place to relax and gain an insight into the religion of Buddhism.