In a small rural community near a cool spring called Wang Nam Khiao, there lie a sacred legend passed down through generations. It tells the story of the “Shrine of Phor Pu Wang Nam Khiao, Huai Nam Yen”, located near an ancient cave peaceful, mysterious, and hidden deep in the forest.

In the past, this cave was neglected. Villagers did not recognize it as sacred and some even carelessly littered around it, unawareness that the site held an invisible spiritual presence.

Soon after, strange situation began with people in the village that  started falling ill without explanation. Many families faced hardship work, health, and well-being crisis. According to local belief, this misfortune was the result of disrespecting the sacred spirit dwelling in the cave.

One night, a villager had a vivid dream in which a figure known as “Phor Pu” (Grandfather Spirit) appeared and offered guidance. This villager was chosen as a medium man, as he saw in his vision a white-robed, white-haired elder. According to legend, Phor Pu is believed to be the Nine-Headed Naga King, a powerful guardian spirit.

At first, many villagers dismissed the vision as mere fantasy or superstition. But as illnesses and misfortune continued, people gradually began to believe. They returned to the shrine, followed the spiritual guidance, and astonishingly, things began to improve. The community’s well-being was gradually restored.

Another fascinating detail is the entrance to the cave once housed a traditional healer’s chamber (known as “Ku Mor Ya”), which stored various herbs and traditional remedies. It was also said to contain ancient relics, silver, gold, and valuable treasures. Long ago, villagers took household items such as bowls from the cave without returning them, this may led to the cave “sealing itself off.”

Today, the cave is no longer open to the public but its sacred energy remains. Locals and visitors continue to come and pay respects to Phor Pu, praying for blessings and good fortune. The spirit, the shrine, and its legend live on in the hearts of the community, preserving a deep sense of faith and reverence.

Village Moo 4, Muang Kai Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai 50150, Thailand