Description:
- This Wat is made of white Carrana marble, hence it is also called The Marble Temple. Constructed by King Rama V in 1901, it employs European ecclesiastic details, such as stained-glass windows and contains a superb cloister collection of bronze Buddha images. These images (33 originals and 20 reproductions) represent famous images and styles from all over Asia and other Buddhist countries. This is an excellent place to watch religious festivals and processions. Unlike most other temples, monks do not go out seeking alms but are instead visited by merit-makers from 6a-7a.
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +66 2 282 7413
- fax: +66 2 225 7615(Tourist Information)
- send email
Address:
- 69 Rama V Road, Chitralada
- Corner of Sri Ayutthaya and Rama V Roads
- Bangkok, Bangkok 10300
Hours:
- Daily 8am-5pm
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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