Blessing Ceremony Held for World Horticultural Expo in Udon Thani
A sacred consecration ceremony for Buddha statues was held at the Udon Thani World Horticultural Expo site to bring auspiciousness to the upcoming event.
On October 7, 2026, a significant religious ceremony took place at the site of the World Horticultural Expo in Udon Thani province. The event featured the installation and consecration of the 'Phra Si Ariya Mettrai Phuttha Phat Borom Suk' statue, alongside a separate blessing for Buddha images located within the Buddhist History Garden.
The ceremony was presided over by Somdet Phra Maha Thirachan, Abbot of Wat Pho, with the participation of the revered monk Luang Pu Sila Sirichantho. Government officials, including Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Watcharapon Khaokham and Permanent Secretary Rapeepat Chansrisuriyawong, attended to oversee the proceedings. The initiative aims to integrate Buddhist values with the natural beauty of the expo’s landscape, creating a space that serves as both a botanical attraction and a spiritual sanctuary for visitors.
For residents and tourists, this development highlights the cultural significance of the expo grounds, which are being landscaped under the guidance of Kampol Tansajja, President of Nongnooch World Pattaya. The site is intended to offer a peaceful environment where visitors can explore the intersection of Buddhist art and nature. While the religious installations are now in place, further details regarding the official opening schedule and full visitor access to these specific garden areas remain to be confirmed by the event organizers.
