Bangkok Hotels near Wat Ratchanatdaram

Wat Ratchanatdaram
Phra Nakhon is one of fifty districts in Thailand’s capital city and a prominent sector for tourists. The 5.5 km2 Bangkok neighbourhood, a possible future UNESCO World Heritage Site, contains many vital points of interest, most notably in the form of historic Buddhist temples. Wat Ratchanatdaram is perhaps the most famous. ... Read more »
The temple looms large over the Ratchadamnoen Klang and Mahachak Road intersection and is a remarkable spiritual landmark. Built in the mid-19th century, the architectural marvel has several standout features. The most prominent is the Loha Prasat, a sequence of 37 cast iron spires that correspond to the 37 Buddhist virtues necessary to attain enlightenment. All in all, Wat Ratchanatdaram is the linchpin of Phra Nakhon’s superb ensemble of temples and spiritual shrines. The indelible landmark is one of Bangkok’s must-see tourist attractions.
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Other monuments of interest in the Phra Nakhon district include Wat Pho, Wat Suthat, Wat Bowonniwet Vihara and the Democracy Monument.
Major thoroughfares in the district include Khao Sarn Road and Charoen Krung Road.
Wat Ratchanatdaram and the Phra Nakhon district are 2.5 km from Bangkok’s Grand Palace complex. Visitors can easily walk or access the temple by bus.
The temple is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.
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