A recent meditation centre
Tourism Authority material describes the temple as founded by the former monk Luang Ta Yam Daeng as a place for meditation. The temple's story is modern, so it should not be presented as an ancient Isan monument.
Wat Thung Setthi
Wat Thung Setthi is a modern temple in Phra Lap, Khon Kaen, known for the Maha Rattana Chedi Si Trai Lokathat and its deliberately mixed architectural language.
Three worlds in one design
The chedi's name refers to the three worlds of Buddhist cosmology. Public descriptions highlight Thai, Tibetan, Chinese and European influences, with stained glass, mosaic work and a Lan Chang-style chapel. The visual mix is the site's defining feature; check current local arrangements before visiting.