Historical Land Donation Recalled by Photographer in Khon Kaen

According to a report by Khaosod Online, 75-year-old Khamsang Pongchai has shared his memories of a 1990 event in Khon Kaen, where he served as a photographer. Khamsang provided a firsthand account of the moment Mr. Hiang Phimsri, then a village headman, handed over the title deed for a 21-rai plot of land to Luang Phor Phoei Panyatharo, the former abbot of Wat Pa Adulyaram.

Khamsang, who was 35 at the time, recalls the event taking place during a 'Bun Phawet' merit-making festival. He asserts that Mr. Hiang’s intention was clearly to donate the entire parcel of land to the temple for its development. This testimony offers a historical perspective on the origins of the temple's land holdings, which may be of interest to those studying local history or the cultural significance of merit-making practices in the Isan region.

While this account provides a personal narrative regarding the donation, it remains a subjective recollection of a past event. The legal status of the land and any subsequent disputes or administrative records related to the property transfer were not detailed in this report. Residents and visitors interested in the history of Wat Pa Adulyaram may find this account useful for understanding the community's long-standing relationship with the temple, though official land registry documents would be required to confirm the formal details of the transaction.