Wat Borom Niwat Ratchaworawihan, Buddhist temple in Rong Mueang, Thailand
The temple features traditional Thai architecture with a main hall containing intricate carvings and detailed decorative elements throughout its structure.
King Mongkut founded this temple in 1834, initially naming it Wat Borommasuk before it underwent renovations during King Chulalongkorn's reign.
The main hall houses the principal Buddha statue called Phra Thotsaphonlayan, displaying the Māravijaya position symbolizing triumph over temptation.
Located next to railway tracks near Bangkok railway station, visitors can reach the temple through numerous transportation options in the Pathum Wan district.
The temple walls display mural paintings by artist Khrua In Khong, incorporating Buddhist dharma puzzles presented through Western artistic techniques.
Location: Rong Mueang
Inception: 1834
GPS coordinates: 13.75194,100.51944
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:32
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