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Wat Pho (Wat Phra Chetupon)

Also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, its official name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawiha.

Wat Pho (Wat Phra Chetupon)

Also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, its official name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawiha.

Wat Pho is one of Bangkok's oldest temples. It existed before Bangkok was established as the capital by King Rama I. for monks to study Dharma. Located on Maha Rat Road next to the Grand Palace. It is considered as the first university of Thailand.

In addition, Wat Pho has a large reclining Buddha image that was constructed during the reign of King Rama III of masonry, mortar, and covered with gold. Its length is 46 meters and height is 15 meters. On the sole of each foot, there are 108 auspicious images decorated with pearls, which is one characteristic of a great man according to the principles of India.

Also, you can also find the original Thai massage!

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