Wat Ratchanatdaram, Buddhist temple in Bowon Niwet, Thailand
The temple features 37 metal spires on its Loha Prasat structure, creating a multi-tiered castle formation that rises toward the Bangkok sky.
King Rama III commissioned the construction of Wat Ratchanatdaram in 1846, incorporating architectural elements inspired by ancient temples in India and Sri Lanka.
The temple serves as a center for Buddhist meditation practices, where monks and visitors study the 37 principles leading to enlightenment.
Visitors must wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees, and remove shoes before entering the temple buildings between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The Loha Prasat at Wat Ratchanatdaram stands as one of three remaining metal-castle temples in the world, featuring traditional Thai and Khmer designs.
Location: Bowon Niwet
Inception: 1846
GPS coordinates: 13.75482,100.50426
Latest update: May 31, 2025 19:23
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