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Wat Pho Temple
Where is Wat Pho Temple located?
Wat Pho Temple, officially known as Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn, is the oldest and largest Theravada Buddhist temple in Thailand. Wat Pho Temple is situated at 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand.
A glimpse of Wat Pho Temple @shutterstock
Wat Pho Temple was constructed on the banks of the Chao Phraya River since the Ayutthaya period in the 16th century. The temple has undergone numerous renovations to achieve its magnificent appearance today. The overall compound of Wat Pho Temple is divided into two sections: the northern part houses the shrine with many Buddha statues and the traditional Thai massage school, while the southern part is the residence of monks and the monastery.
Ideal Time to Visit Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
The period from June to August marks the peak of the rainy season in Bangkok, so it's advisable to avoid visiting Thailand, especially Wat Pho Temple, during this time. Additionally, Wat Pho Temple hosts various traditional festivals throughout the year, providing tourists with unique cultural experiences.
How to get to Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
You can easily book flights to Bangkok on Mytour. With just a few clicks and without spending too much time, you can get cheap flights to Thailand. Booking flights on Mytour, you will be notified of ticket prices, supported in changing flight schedules, and refunded when necessary.
The beauty of temple spires at sunset @pexels
Travelers from Vietnam heading to Wat Pho Temple can choose departure points from international airports in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang. In Bangkok, there are two international airports for landing: Don Muang International Airport and Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Among these, Don Muang Airport is closer to Wat Pho Temple compared to Suvarnabhumi.
From airports in Bangkok, you have various transportation options to reach accommodation in the capital city, such as trains, buses, taxis, and car rentals. If you prefer not to waste too much time, consider using Mytour's airport transfer services.
What makes visiting Wat Pho Temple enticing?
Admiring the Buddha statue
Wat Pho Temple
The Buddha statue is located at Wat Pho Temple @shutterstock
When visiting Wat Pho Temple, locals often place coins into the 108 bronze bowls next to the Buddha statue, believing it will bring them good luck. At Wat Pho Temple, besides the gigantic reclining Buddha, there are also over 1000 other statues depicting various poses.
Thai-style check-in experience
Wat Pho Temple
The premises of Wat Pho Temple @Unsplash
Wat Pho Temple
To capture authentic Thai-style photos at Wat Pho Temple, visitors can rent traditional costumes to transform into Thai men and women. It's advisable to visit the temple early in the morning, when the first rays of sunlight shine upon Wat Pho Temple, as it's considered the best time to take photos.
Experience a relaxing massage
Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
Key tips for visiting Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
Wat Pho Temple
Inside the temple, there are numerous Buddha statues. @Unsplash
Wat Pho Temple
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