Wat Soi Thong, Buddhist temple in Bang Sue, Thailand
Wat Soi Thong is a Buddhist temple with several buildings showing traditional Thai architecture, including a central stupa with golden ornaments and detailed wall decorations across the complex. The grounds contain multiple spaces for ceremonies, meditation, and daily use by the monks living there.
The temple was established in the late 1800s during Bangkok's expansion and became a spiritual center for the growing area. The site developed alongside the neighborhood and remains an important place for local religious life today.
The monks perform daily rituals and prayers that are visible to the community and woven into neighborhood life. Visitors can observe how these practices shape the rhythm of the area and connect the monastic residents with local residents.
The grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset, with morning hours best for observing monks during their daily routines. Visitors should dress respectfully and enter sacred spaces with care to maintain the spiritual nature of the site.
The grounds hold a collection of Buddha statues in different poses, each representing specific teachings and moments from Buddhist scripture. This variety shows different aspects of Buddhist practice and invites visitors to explore the deeper meanings behind each representation.
Location: Bang Sue
GPS coordinates: 13.81278,100.51806
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46
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