Devotees actively seek blessings from "Luang Pho Chok Kaew" and "Grandfather Makham Thao" at Chai Chumphon Temple, Uttaradit Province, not missing the chance to look for lucky numbers from sacred incense sticks. Those who received blessings are preparing 10 boxing matches to fulfill vows.
On 29 Mar 2026 GMT+7, a reporter reported that as the lottery draw approaches, fortune seekers try to find lucky numbers at various places, especially at Chai Chumphon Temple, an ancient temple located in Ton Kham Village, Chai Chumphon Subdistrict, Laplae District, Uttaradit Province. Locals came to offer food to the monks, make merit dedicated to karmic creditors, and dedicate merit to deceased ancestors.
After making merit and dedicating merit, locals and devotees from all around flocked to offer prayers. "Luang Pho Chok Kaew" He was the first abbot of Chai Chumphon Temple and its builder. Luang Pho Chok Kaew was a monk devoted to practice and development. After his passing, villagers built his statue at the temple entrance. Locals and devotees often come to pray for luck, fortune, and career success. Many have succeeded and come back to fulfill their vows. On 5 Apr, villagers will hold 10 boxing matches as a collective vow fulfillment.
A local who came to pay respects said Luang Pho Chok Kaew is highly revered and often grants what is asked. Those who succeed return to fulfill their vows. However, requests must not violate the country's laws to be granted.
Another must-see spot is where locals also seek luck. "Grandfather Makham Thao Tree" This is a giant tamarind tree over 400 years old. Devotees pray for luck using blessed incense sticks, which revealed the number 306. Many will use this number to try their luck in the 1 Apr lottery draw, according to personal belief.
The tamarind tree known locally as "Grandfather Makham Thao" is a huge tree with a circumference that 7-8 people can encircle, about 30 meters tall. It fell in 2021. Afterward, the tree was preserved beside the temple entrance under a shelter protecting it from sun and rain.
Devotees come to seek luck from this ancient tree. Those who succeed bring flower garlands, incense, candles, and offerings according to their vows to fulfill them. The tree is often adorned with many flower garlands. Every mid-April, villagers regularly hold a merit-making ceremony to change the cloth draping this giant tamarind tree.