Spinning candles at wat Wat Sao Thong Thong Koh Kret Thailand

Wat Sao Thong Tong, an ancient temple is located on Koh Kred Island. Originally, it was named 'Wat Mak' or 'Betel Palm temple'. However, all betel palms were cut down during the temple construction. Until in late King Rama IV reign, Chao Chom Manda Ampa, (King Rama II's concubine), accompanied by Krom Muen Pubaan, and Krom Khun Worachakri visited Wat Sao Thong Tong, and renovated the temple, which was in dilapidated condition. Since all the betel palms had been eliminated, they therefore bestowed the new name to the site as "Wat Sao Thong Tong". It has been called so until nowadays.