Must See Buddhist Monuments in Thailand
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Wat Pho
Historic Buddhist temple complex known for its giant reclining Buddha statue and traditional Thai massage school.
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Wat Arun Ratchawararam
Buddhist temple known for its distinctive central prang decorated with colorful porcelain and mythological figures, situated on a riverside. It is a significant cultural and architectural landmark reflecting Thai, Hindu, Chinese, and Khmer influences.
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Wat Phra Kaew
A royal Buddhist temple complex known for housing the revered Emerald Buddha statue and featuring intricate Ayutthaya Kingdom architecture.
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Wat Chedi Luang
Historic Buddhist temple known for its large ancient pagoda and significant cultural heritage in Lanna architecture.
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Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan
This Buddhist temple is also called the Loha Prasat, which means metal castle or metal monastery.
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Wat Benchamabophit Dusit Wanaram Ratchaworawihan
Made out of Italian white marble, the temple was designed by Prince Naris, the half-brother of King Rama V, for King Chulalongkorn, who had…
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Wat Phra Singh
This Buddhist temple is a beautiful example of Thai architecture. The complex consists of a couple of noticeable buildings.
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Wat Chiang Man
This charming temple was the very first temple in Chiang Mai, built back in 1297.
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Phuket Big Buddha
This enormous white statue towers at the height of 45 meters. A must see landmark of Phuket - the views of the whole island are simply…
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Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Built in 1630 in Khmer style to commemorate King Thong’s mother, the ancient stupa is one of the most notable attractions in Thailand.
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Wat Chalong
The most important of the 29 buddhist temples of Phuket is Wat Chalong or formally Wat Chaiyathararam, located in the Chalong Subdistrict,…
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Tiger Cave Temple
The Tiger Cave Temple is a Buddhist temple north-northeast of Krabi, Thailand.
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Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
Sacred Theravada Buddhist temple and royal monastery of the second class featuring a gold-plated chedi that enshrines a relic of the Buddha's shoulder bone. Originally founded between 1383 and 1384, this significant pilgrimage site is known for its Lanna-style architecture and panoramic views.
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Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Built in 1351, this temple features three large chedis and marks the center of the old capital of Thailand.
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Wat Kaew Korawaram
Wat Kaew Korawaram is a Buddhist temple in the city of Krabi, Thailand.
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Wat Umong Stupa
A unique temple built inside of the Suthep mountain and formed by a series of tunnels.
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Big Buddha
Wat Phra Yai, known in English as the Big Buddha Temple, is a Buddhist temple on Ko Phan, a small island offshore from the northeastern…
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Wat Rong Khun - White Temple
Wat Rong Khun, better known as the White Temple, is a privately owned art exhibit in the style of a Buddhist temple in Pa O Don Chai,…
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Wat Khao Rang
Situated at the top Khao Rang Hill, this temple is a hidden gem. Though the complex is not small in size, the street leading to it is not…
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Khunaram Temple
Wat Khunaram is a Buddhist temple on the island of Ko Samui in Surat Thani Province, Thailand.
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Phra Nang Shrine
Hidden in a small cave, this sanctuary is dedicated to a spirit of a drowned princess.
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