Seafood Business Owner Performs Votive Offering at Ayutthaya Hermitage
A seafood entrepreneur visited the Ruesi Nen That Phuttha Khun hermitage in Ayutthaya to fulfill a vow after achieving business success.
On October 14, 2026, a 27-year-old seafood wholesaler from Pathum Thani’s Si Mum Muang Market visited the Ruesi Nen That Phuttha Khun hermitage in Bang Sai District, Ayutthaya. According to Khaosod Online, the woman and her family brought 100 pumpkins as a votive offering to the statue of Pu Ruesi Phrommet. The offering was made to express gratitude after the business owner successfully reached her sales targets.
This practice of making votive offerings is a common cultural tradition in Thailand, where individuals seek spiritual support for personal or professional goals. Visitors to the hermitage often participate in rituals involving various sacred statues, including a 16-meter-tall Thao Wessuwan, Ganesha, and other figures. During this visit, attendees also observed the water basin at the site, where some claimed to see numbers floating, a practice often associated with local lottery traditions.
For residents and travelers, this site offers a glimpse into contemporary Thai folk beliefs and merit-making practices. While the hermitage is a popular destination for those seeking spiritual guidance, it remains a private religious site. Visitors should be aware that such locations can become crowded during peak times, particularly when lottery-related activities are ongoing. It remains to be confirmed how these specific rituals influence local tourism patterns in the Bang Sai area.
