Bangkok Temples and Buildings of Cultural Interest
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This famous Bangkok landmark is on the Thon Bun side of the Chao Phraya River, directly opposite the Grand Palace complex and easily accessible by boat from the Bangkok side. The temple dates back to the Ayutthaya period and later was enlarged by King Rama II and King Rama III. Renovations were completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The Emerald Buddha was enshrined in this temple for a brief period before King Rama I built the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew on the Bangkok side. |
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Wat Pho, or Wat Phra Chetuphon in Thai, is situated on a 20 acre compound making it the largest temple (wat) in Bangkok. The famous Reclining Buddha, constructed in 1832, is enshrined in this temple. This gold plated reclining Buddha is 46 meters long and 15 meters high. The eyes and feet are adorned with mother-of-pearl and the soles of the feet depict 108 auspicious characteristics of the true "Buddha". The design of the Buddha is meant to illustrate the passing of Buddha into nirvana. |
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Located across the street from Wat Phra Kaeo on the west side of Sanam Luang, Wat Mahadhatu, known as the Temple of the Great Relic, is the national centre for the Mahanikai monastic sect. |
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Vimanmek Mansion is the largest golden teakwood building in the world, built in 1901 by King Chulalongkorn the Great (Rama V) as a royal residence. It is located behind the National Assembly Building. The 3-storey mansion contains 81 rooms, halls and antechambers. |
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Located on Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue, this beautiful Throne Hall was built in the reign of King Rama V using marble for construction in the Italian Renaissance architectural style. The ceiling of the dome is highlighted by exquisite fresco paintings of important royal functions during the reigns of King Rama I up to King Rama VI of the Royal House of Chakri. |
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