Bangkok city pillar shrine, Spirit shrine in Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Thailand
The Bangkok City Pillar Shrine houses a golden pillar made from Phra Sri Yantra stone within a traditional structure with four extended porches and tiered roofs.
King Rama I established the shrine in 1782 to mark the founding of Bangkok as the new capital, following ancient Brahmin traditions of city foundation.
Thai people regularly visit the shrine to perform merit-making rituals, offering flowers, incense, and garlands while seeking protection and good fortune.
The shrine opens daily from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, requiring visitors to wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees when entering the sacred grounds.
The central pillar contains ancient astrological gems and Buddhist relics, placed according to specific calculations to enhance its protective powers over Bangkok.
Location: Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang
GPS coordinates: 13.75256,100.49403
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
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