Updating Map... About Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
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Despite having visited the reclining Buddha Wat, we decided to visit Temple of the Golden Buddha as well. They are not closeby or similar but were very impressed by this heavy golden Buddha, instantly drawing divinity.
It weighs tons and worth millions, after all it's REAL gold. I went on a Wednesday morning and it was actually very crowded. The entrance street was lined with bus after bus. Took a meter taxi there from the Wongwian Yai area for about 75...More
Silent and peaceful place.great energy of feelings!!amazing temple big Buddha and gold!! i loved this place
Situated in busy area, parking is a challenge. From the gate approx. 50 meters walk. Then you need to climb nearly 60 steps. You may not able to use shoe or slippers inside temple. Also women to wear modest dress which is a requirement. In...More
Worth the visit and much less busy than the Grand Palace which I do not recommend for that reason. Please make sure you wear long sleeves and pants or you have to buy or rent clothing before entering!
Beautiful surroundings amazing work it is a must do temple if you only want a couple the history and sheer size are magnificent
Another one. Very pretty. Extremely hot in the shade. Air con please!......... Be aware of the Chinese as they have no polite manners!
Seeing the solid gold Buddha is a wonderful experience but when put alongside the museum on site which gives the history of Chinatown and the Chinese influence in Thailand it makes for a good few hours trip. Maybe not the easiest to get to by...More
The world's largest solid gold Buddha. The gleaming 13ft (4m) high 13th century Sukhothai image is made of 18 carat gold and weighs five tons. The Buddha was discovered by accident in 1955 while extending the port of Bangkok, workers for the East Asiatic Company...More
Although smaller, this temple is no less impressive. The Buddha is amazing. Helpful hint, if you have trouble climbing stairs there is a lift that they will let you use to go to the top.
