Wat Ratchaphatikaram

The temple features a central gilded chedi rising 43 meters high, adorned with orange tiles and crowned with a golden sphere containing Buddhist relics.

Pinklao established Wat Ratchaphatikaram as a royal temple, which later received official designation as a registered Thai historic site preserving architectural heritage.

The temple complex incorporates traditional Thai Buddhist architecture with mother-of-pearl inlaid doors and detailed window panels featuring religious motifs and designs.

Visitors must follow temple dress codes, remove shoes before entering buildings, and maintain respectful silence during religious ceremonies and meditation sessions.

The temple grounds contain both Buddhist structures and a Christian church, demonstrating an unusual religious coexistence within a traditional Thai temple complex.

Location: Wachira Phayaban

Founders: Pinklao

GPS coordinates: 13.78007,100.50520

Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:46