9 temples in Thailand you didn’t know about

In this article, we have collected unprecedented temples in Thailand, beautiful and sacred. Visit them simply as a tourist, or as a believing Buddhist – in any case, you will feel the splendor and memory of centuries!

1. Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Bangkok.

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, a temple in the Grand Palace that has been priceless since the days of Ayutthaya, is an important temple and Buddhist tourist attraction that glorifies Thailand. Enshrined inside is the Phra Kaeo Morakot, which is the sacred Buddha image for Thais. To visit the temple, you need closed, modest clothing, only shirts and trousers, no T-shirts or shorts.

2. Wat Samphran.

Another attraction near Bangkok. This is an outstanding Chinese temple in architecture, unique in its kind. On the 17-story pink tower is a giant dragon soaring in the sky, wrapping around the building. The highlight here is that you can climb to the top of the building by entering the dragon. This is not a spiral staircase, but a ramp tunnel. You can also go to worship and ask for blessings for good luck.

3. Golden Chapel, Pak Nam Jo Lo Temple.

Not far from Bangkok is a wonderful temple with a golden chapel. Looking at this miracle of architecture, many tourists want to visit it again, because it is amazingly beautiful here. The temple, both outside and inside, amazes with its architecture, very unusual for the European gaze.

4. Wat Phra That Pha Son Kaew.

The temple is located among the mountains in a sea of white mist. Nearby you can see beautiful landscapes and appreciate the outstanding architecture. Relics of the Buddha are kept in this temple.

5. Khao Na Nai Luang Dharma Park.

Another place to visit while traveling. Here is the floating pagoda of Phra Buddha Silawadi. It is located on a limestone hill, almost 300 meters above the ground, where the relics of the Buddha are kept.

6. Wat Sang Kratai, Ang Thong Province.

There is an old initiation hall here, which is over 400 years old. The hall is divided into 3 rooms, in which old images of the Buddha are kept. The villagers love to come here to pay their respects and ask for blessings.

7. Temple Khao Rup Chang.

This temple was born from the faith of Singaporean monks. Upon entering the temple, you will find an elegant marble pagoda located at the foot of Khao Kaew. This is a replica of the Bodh Gaya Maha Pagoda in India. The marble around the pagoda is carved with images of the Buddha in various poses. The interior is divided into 2 floors with architectural works and beautiful sculptures.

8. Wat Ban Rai.

Wat Ban Rai is an ancient temple that has been preserved since the reign of Rama 5th. The highlight here is Viharn Thep Wittayahom, a dharma park in the middle of a lake. Viharn is a large building with an elephant sculpture.

9. Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao Temple.

This is a temple located on a high hill. It is called the luminous temple. The temple is famous for its beautiful architecture with green illumination, which looks especially beautiful in the evening. The ideal time to visit and take pictures is from 18:00 to 19:30. It is recommended to use the camera to take more beautiful HD pictures.