Temples · Bangkok
Wat Mangkon Kamalawat
วัดมังกรกมลาวาส
Bangkok's largest Chinese Buddhist temple.
Address
423 ถ. เจริญกรุง Khwaeng Pom Prap, Khet Pom Prap Sattru Phai
About
A 1871 Mahayana temple in the heart of Yaowarat — dragon-guarded gates, a constant haze of sandalwood, and offerings of oranges and gold paper. The nerve center for Chinese New Year in Bangkok.
Best time to visit
Early morning on ordinary days; Chinese New Year for spectacle
Tips
Free entry. During Chinese New Year expect dense crowds and firecrackers.
Nearest transit
- Wat Mangkon
Tags
- Chinese
- Chinatown
- Incense