9 best monuments & statues in Bangkok

Wat Pho
Wat Pho

Temple, Pagoda, Historic building

Wat Pho is one of the oldest and most extensive Buddhist temple complexes in Thailand and ranks among the top monuments. Although it is one of the most visited places in Bangkok, due to its vastness, there is no headache except in a few places and the whole complex does not feel as touristy as it might seem. [btn "Get secret deals at booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-pho] A visit to Wat…

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Grand Palace
Grand Palace

Palace

The Grand or Royal Palace is a huge complex of buildings serving as the residence of Thai kings. The outdoor areas, one indoor hall and the adjacent Queen Sirikit Museum are open to the public. [btn "Book hotels in advance at a discount" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-grand-palace] The grounds also include the Buddhist temple of the Emerald Buddha , Wat Phra Kaeo, and the Queen Sirikit Textile Museum,…

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Wat Phra Kaeo
Wat Phra Kaeo

Temple, Historic building, Pagoda

Wat Phra Kaeo (also known as Wat Phra Kaew), the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the most sacred religious site in all of Thailand, and thanks to its connection with the Royal Palace, its symbol extends to the political level. [btn "Get secret deals at booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-phra-kaeo] The temple's tourist but above all religious magnet is a small Buddha statue made of precious…

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Wat Arun
Wat Arun

Temple, Historic building

The Buddhist shrine Wat Arun, in Czech the Temple of Dawn, is one of the three most important Bangkok temples after Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew. [btn "Book hotels in advance at a discount" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-arun] Located right on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Arun is one of the most photogenic sights in Bangkok and the most prominent landmark of the old city. Although it is…

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Wat Saket
Wat Saket

Temple, Lookout

The Buddhist temple Wat Saket is one of the most visited places in Bangkok. It is not so much the vast temple complex that attracts attention, but the small shrine at the top of the "Golden Mount". [btn "Get secret deals at booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-saket] The Golden Mount is one of the few elevated places in Bangkok and offers the best views of the entire city. Golden Mount -…

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Marble Temple
Wat Benchamabophit

Temple

Wat Benchamabophit Temple, also known as Marble Temple, is one of the most beautiful monuments in Bangkok and the most visited Buddhist temple. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-marble-temple] The temple complex is one of the smaller ones and it will take you less than half an hour to visit. Also visit one of the royal residences nearby , Dusit Palace. The gleaming…

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Duist Palace
Dusit Palace

Historic building, Park

The huge complex of royal and government buildings north of the historic centre, which are built in a large public park, is collectively known as the "Dusit Palace". [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-dusit] Dusit may not be one of the most exposed tourist sights, but if you have an extra 2 hours in Bangkok, head here for the tranquility of the vast park and discover the…

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Golden Buddha
Golden Buddha

Temple, Statue

The golden statue of the seated Buddha, located in Wat Traimit temple in the city centre, is one of Bangkok's most valuable religious statues and most visited sites. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-zlaty-buddha] The Golden Buddha is shrouded in many legends and mysteries, and just the fact that it is unknown exactly when, where and how the statue was made adds to its…

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Wat Paknam
Wat Paknam

Temple, Statue

The Buddhist temple Wat Paknam Phasi Chaoren, shortened to "Wat Paknam", can be found on the very western edge of Bangkok away from the main tourist streams. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-paknam] Located in a beautiful quiet area filled with water canals, we think it's one of the most beautiful temples in the entire city. As of 2021, it also boasts the tallest…

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