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a pretty temple near chinatown which is a must see thanks to its rich history
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Golden Mount Temple (Wat Saket) Highlights: Must-See Features and Attractions
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Jinshan Temple is located on a man-made hill in Bangkok, that is, "Golden Mountain". It is a famous Buddhist temple in Thailand. It was built during the reign of King Rama I of the Bangkok Dynasty and repaired by King Rama II. After Rama IV ascended the throne, he built the Golden Mountain and set up a mountain road to the top of the mountain. The construction of the pagoda was not completed until the reign of King Rama V. Overview of Jinshan Temple There is a pagoda on the top of the mountain. The height from the foot of the mountain to the top of the tower is 63 meters. From the top of the mountain, you can overlook the scenery of Bangkok. Climbing along the mountain road of Jinshan Mountain, you can see a small Jinshan model next to the mountain road. There are many small bells hanging in the middle of the stairs of the preaching, and people can climb to the top of the tower while ringing the bell. In addition, there are many rockeries, flowing water, flowers and some small scenery on the way up the mountain from the front door, which feels very good. There is a temple on the quiet and solemn temple hill, and there is a golden giant pagoda in the middle of the small platform on the top of the mountain. There are small golden pagodas at each of the four corners of the golden pagoda platform. The main hall in the Shanxia Temple enshrines a giant sitting bronze statue of Sakyamuni, with a Buddhist mural behind it. Many locals knelt down and prayed for blessings here. Of course, they need to go barefoot to enter the hall. In addition, during some festivals in Thailand, many people in Bangkok like to go to the Golden Mountain Temple to worship Buddha. At that time, the Golden Buddha Pagoda will be beautifully decorated. The monks wrap the pagoda with red silk and decorate the pagoda with colorful colors. Light bulb. After the night falls, the lights and moonlight complement each other, and tourists can take beautiful night photos at the foot of the mountain.
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a pretty temple near chinatown which is a must see thanks to its rich history
Wat Saket is one of many temples in Bangkok. It serves as a spiritual place for worship and it is for people who would like to spend their time in a calm and relaxed environment.
วัดสระเกศราชวรมหาวิหาร หรือ วัดภูเขาทอง มีบันไดขึ้นภูเขาทองจำนวนทั้งหมด 344 ขั้น เมื่อขึ้นมาถึงด้านบนก็ต้องมากราบไหว้พระพุทธรูปประธาน ประดิษฐานตรงทางเข้าองค์พระเจดีย์บรรจุพระบรมสารีริกธาตุ
The best place in Bangkok to view 360⁰ view of Bangkok Skyline. a short walk away from the water taxi pier of Panfa leelard. very efficient and cheap from Central Bangkok area
really beautiful temple. need to walk 344 steps then you can see bangkok view