Top 3 beautiful temples of Thailand.
Famous as the “land of golden temples”, temples are a must-see destination for tourists every time they come to Thailand. Let’s find out with Focus Asia Travel!
1. Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew – The unique temple is made from many beer bottles.
Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew is a temple in Khun Han city. This is a famous temple that many people know and always want to come here once in their life. Coming here, visitors will admire the unique architecture from the bottles, and from the bottle materials you will also feel the friendliness and freshness.
Thanks to the unique idea and religious significance that those who come to the temple will be at peace and get rid of their troubles, when the temple was completed, thousands of tourists gathered here to admire it. worship and visit. This is considered a testament to the hard work and unlimited creativity of Thai people.
The complex has about 20 buildings, including prayer halls and water towers. Initially, the monks built a temple, then a crematorium, then a water tower and a sleeping area. Today, the temple continues to be expanded. The more bottles brought in, the more buildings are built. The pagoda also ranks first in the top 7 strangest tourist destinations in Southeast Asia.
With its specialness and uniqueness, the temple always retains its impressive beauty, becoming a tourist attraction in Southeast Asia and Asia.
2. Wat Arun – Also known as Dawn Pagoda.
Wat Arun, known as Wat Chaeng, is located on the western Thai side of the Chao Phraya River. This is one of the most stunning temples in Bangkok, not only because of its beautiful riverside location, but also because of its different design from other temples you can visit in Bangkok. Wat Arun Temple, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is made up of colorfully decorated towers and reflects majestically on the water.
Wat Arun Temple was built in the 18th century and underwent many restorations to get its present appearance. The temple is not only an important religious center for people in Bangkok, but also has many historical and architectural significance. Wat Arun Temple is also one of the factors helping Thailand’s tourism industry develop.
Wat Arun Temple is known for its unique and unique architecture, unlike any other temple in Bangkok in particular or Thailand in general. The temple is built of bricks and covered with colorful ceramics on the outside, creating a luxurious look but also full of dignity that the temple brings.
When you step inside Wat Arun temple, you will come to a space of traditional Thai architecture. Sitting in the center of the main hall is a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha carved in gold. extremely solemn. The inside of Wat Arun temple is also decorated with Buddhist paintings, lights and flowers. Everything is designed and arranged very meticulously and delicately.
Standing right at the highest peak of the temple, you can admire the Chao Phraya River (dubbed “Venice of the East”), the splendid Royal Palace and the aforementioned Wat Pho temple.
Opening hours: 08:00 – 18:00
3. Wat Saket: Bangkok’s Sacred Golden Mountain Temple.
When you come to Bangkok, don’t forget to visit Wat Saket, also known as the Temple of the Golden Mountain. This is one of the temples with the most unique architecture in the land of the Golden Temple. Near the temple is where the tall Chedi tower is located and right here there is also a giant Buddha statue, located on an artificial hill, surrounded by dense, somewhat gloomy trees.
The geographical location of Wat Saket is very convenient, near other famous tourist attractions such as the Royal Palace, Sanam Luang Square or Ratchadamnoen Avenue. This helps the temple become an attractive destination, not only for tourists but also for local people.
Coming here, you will be able to challenge yourself with 300 steps on the winding road embracing the temple, find the holiest place, and admire the Buddha’s relics respectfully brought back from distant India. More specifically, Wat Saket is also the place where the Loy Krathong lantern festival is held every November. Wat Saket is where a part of ancient Thailand is hidden.
Thailand is a wonderful country to travel to.
Hope you will have wonderful experiences when coming to this Golden Temple!