Religious site
Wat Pho
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Wat Pho, officially Wat Phra Chetuphon, is one of Bangkok's oldest and largest temples, famous for its enormous reclining Buddha statue. The gold-plated figure measures 46 meters in length and 15 meters in height, depicting the Buddha entering nirvana. The temple complex also houses the Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School, where visitors can receive authentic massages or learn the art. Beyond the reclining Buddha, the temple grounds feature over 1,000 Buddha images, four large chedis, and beautiful courtyards with Chinese stone statues. It's a working temple and a center for learning.
Don't miss
- Marvel at the 46-meter-long reclining Buddha with mother-of-pearl inlay on its feet
- Receive a traditional Thai massage at the on-site school, a historic center of the practice
- Explore the four large chedis dedicated to the first four Chakri kings
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