Santa Cruz Church (Wat Kudi Jeen)

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• Also known as Wat Kudi Jeen, with its dome shaped tower and yellow and pink coloring, Santa Cruz Church is a distinctive landmark on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. Originally built by the Portuguese who supported the Thai King in his battle with the Burmese, this is now the third church on the site. The area around the church still bears some Portuguese influence with special sponge cakes made from European recipes. It is surrounded by narrow streets along small canals, where people live in close communities. Viewing inside the church is by appointment only. Take the cross river ferry to Wat Kanlayanniamit if it is running, or walk across Memorial Bridge from Saphan Phut. -AH
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