Temples · Bangkok
Wat Pho
วัดโพธิ์
Home of the 46m gilded Reclining Buddha and Thai massage.
Address
2 Thanon Sanam Chai, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon
About
A 17th-century royal temple directly south of the Grand Palace. The 46m Reclining Buddha fills its own hall; the mother-of-pearl feet depict 108 auspicious signs. The on-site school is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
Best time to visit
Early afternoon after Grand Palace, or late afternoon for golden light
Tips
Keep 20-baht coins for the bronze alms bowls behind the Buddha — it's considered merit-making.
Nearest transit
Tags
- Must see
- Reclining buddha
- Massage
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