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Must-Visit Temples of Bangkok for First-timer's Itinerary
Your trip to Bangkok would not be complete without a visit to at least one of the temples or "wats" in the city. And don't be surprised, there are over 400 of these beautiful temples in Bangkok, which is truly incredible! But at the same time, first-time travelers like you may be left very puzzled. To help you out on the choices, here's a list of all the iconic and postcard-perfect temples that should be on your itinerary.
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Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha)
Located within the complex of the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew is a must-drop-by temple that enshrines the beautifully carved Emerald Buddha.
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Wat Prayoon
Featuring a large white Chedi built in the Ayutthaya style, Wat Prayoon is an award-winning temple that has been remarkably restored. It is also a great spot to drop by on your way to the Memorial Bridge over Chao Phraya River.
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Wat Suthat
Wat Suthat is a temple that is better known for Sao Ching Cha, a huge red giant swing located in front the temple. Inside the temple, you can find Thailand’s biggest Sukhothai-era bronze Buddha so it is still well worth a visit.
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Wat Mangkon Kamalawat (Dragon Lotus Temple)
Featured with beautiful dragon and lotus mural artworks, Wat Mangkon Kamalawat, or the Temple of the Dragon Lotus, is the largest Chinese Buddhist temple in Bangkok.
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Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
Along with its stunning architectural design and decorations, its perfect location on the banks of Chao Phraya River makes Wat Arun a not-to-be-missed temple in Bangkok!
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Wat Saket
Also known as the Golden Mount, Wat Saket features a shimmering golden Chedi and offers a panoramic view of the city of Bangkok from the top of the pagoda.
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Wat Bowonniwet
Boasting fascinating mural paintings that combine Thai and Western art, Wat Bowonniwet is one of the royal Buddhism monasteries where royal princes have stayed, including the current King of the Thailand, Rama IX.
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Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
An iconic temple within the Grand Palace where you can see the largest reclining Buddha and an extensive collection of the Buddha images in Thailand.
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Wat Traimit
One of the tourist favorites, Wat Traimit, or the Temple of Golden Buddha, is widely known for the world's largest solid golden Buddha statue.
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Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
A Hindu temple that features a strikingly beautiful floral facade carved with images of Hindu gods and goddesses and has a great significance to Bangkok's Tamil Hindu community today.
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