Wat Pho Bangkok Thailand
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Walk with ChaMike in Wat Pho, Bangkok
Because we only had one full day in Bangkok, Mike and I had a quick temple tour in the morning and then we spent the whole afternoon shopping at Chatuchak Weekend Market. Although I've been to Wat Pho twice, now thrice, I'd still want Mike to visit this temple. I'm certain he will be amazed by the wonders it offers and I was totally right.
Wat Pho is a Buddhist temple also known as the Temple of the Golden Reclining Buddha. Wat Pho is one of the most, if not the most, popular Buddhist Temples in the city. Well known for the grandness of the reclining buddha which measures 36 meters long and is covered in gold leaf. Wat Pho is just located behind the Grand Palace
How to go to Wat Pho
Wat Pho is a few minutes walk from the Grand Palace. We went here via complimentary Tuk-tuk ride from the Hotel
Opening Hours
8:00 am- 5:00 pm (massage available until 6pm)
Entrance Fee
100 Baht
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| 100 Baht with free bottled water |
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| This is posted almost everywhere in Thailand |
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| No footwear when entering the Golden Reclining Buddha |
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| The Golden Reclining Buddha |
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| You never cease to amaze me! |
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| Mike was in awe |
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| ChaMike <3 |
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| You can change your 20 Baht bill to get the coins as offering |
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| Putting one coin each bowl for wishes |
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| Exploring the temple |
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| Aside from the reclining buddha the complex has other sights |
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| Appreciating this Wat Pho courtyard |
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| The temple is quite relaxing |
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| Behind me are Chedis decorated in ceramic pottery flowers and colorful tiles |
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| Around the temple there are 394 gilded golden Buddha images |
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| Mike with the Buddha in lotus position |
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| My turn |
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| Wat Pho is also a school and residence for monks |
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| Fertility statue :) |
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| Phra Ubusot |
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| Main hall where they perform rituals |
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| After the tour we availed of the free water |
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| Complimentary bottled water |
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| Hello, we're on camera! |
The short trip to Wat Pho made ChaMike appreciate Thai's local culture and belief.
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