How to Explore Temples in Bangkok - Five sacred places you can’t afford to miss!

It will not be easy to decide which of Bangkok's spectacular temples to visit due to the city's abundance of such structures. The temples have dazzling old sculptures and fascinating tales to tell. The following is a list of some of the old temples that you must visit when in Bangkok. Without further ado, let’s get started!

Wat Arun 

The title "Temple of Dawn" is befitting for this beautiful structure, which is located in a scenic area. It is situated on the picturesque banks of the renowned Chao Phraya River. It is a Buddhist temple, yet its artwork and construction show clear signs of having been influenced by Hinduism. This can be observed throughout the temple. Even the name is a product of Hindu mythology and tradition.

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 Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace 

The Grand Palace in Bangkok continues to be a popular tourist destination for people from all over the world. This place is really mind-boggling due to the exquisite architecture and labour-intensive workmanship that are on display here. 1782 was the year that saw the palace's first public opening. On the other side, the Emerald Buddha is a revered statue of Lord Buddha that was carved from an emerald block and is kept at Wat Phra Kaew. The statue was created sometime around the fourteenth century. This wonderful monument is highly sought after, and a great number of locals, as well as guests, come to view it. Many people come to see it because of the religious significance it has, while others come to see it because of its beauty. Make absolutely sure that you book one of the Bangkok resorts, which is centrally located, like Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort in order to have easy access to the sights and activities that are available in Bangkok.

Wat Saket

The general public often refers to this temple as the Golden Mountain due to its prominent location. It is said that this enormous man-made mountaintop has a golden chedi that is home to a relic that belonged to Lord Buddha. If you put forth the effort to climb all 344 steps to reach the top of this chedi, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the city below. In addition, you may earn some merit by sounding the gongs and ringing the bells as you make your way down the path.

 Wat Pho

This is yet another well-known temple in Bangkok, and in addition to that, it is regarded as the most important location in the world for the practice of traditional Thai medicines and massage. People come from all over the globe to see this location because of the enormous Buddha statue. The inhabitants of Bangkok hold Wat Pho in very high regard, making it one of the city's many revered temples. Another well-known monument in Southeast Asian history is this impressive tower. The construction and establishment of it took place in the nineteenth century, and the stupa that can be seen here is influenced architecturally by the Khmer dynasty. To really understand the sheer splendour of the structure, one has to visit it for themselves in order to have a feel for how incredible it is.

Wat Mahatat 

This is a very well-known Royal temple that can be found in the city of Bangkok. In addition, a meditation centre and the world's oldest Institution for Monks may be found inside this monastery. The biggest amulet market takes place on Sundays; therefore, this place is at its busiest on those days. You can head out for a serene and more peaceful time during the weekdays.