Thailand is all about the stunning coastline, majestic hills and jaw-dropping scenery, a perfect treat for our senses. And added to the benefit of enjoying the nightlife in Thailand, or adventure sports, or beaches, spas, you can relax by visiting the majestic temples of Thailand. The country is adorned with a high number of temples that tell a story and reek of history. So if you are one of those history lovers check our list of the 10 most amazing temples to visit in Thailand.
10 most amazing temples to visit in Thailand
Thailand is littered with photogenic temples, both Buddhist and Hindu. So if you have a knack for history or your religious soul is craving to visit a temple, these 10 most amazing temples to visit in Thailand are worth visiting on your Thailand packages.
- Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew
- Wat Arun
- Sanctuary of Truth
- Wat Tham Suea
- Wat Pho
- Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao
- Wat Pha Sorn Kaew
- Wat Mahathat
- Wat Rong Khun
- Wat Phra That
Still don’t believe us, why don’t you scroll through and find out the most amazing temples in Thailand.
1. Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew
Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew is the most eco-friendly temple in Thailand, and it glitters like a gem in a peaceful pond. It is also known as the “Temple of a million bottles”, and is a symbol of a community uniting to reduce pollution.
This stunning temple was created because there were growing piles of litter all across the country. Citizens of Thailand started the “100 beer bottles on the wall” challenge. You can see millions of bottles embedded in the walls and their caps bored into the floor. It is not your ordinary Buddhist temple.
2. Wat Arun
Wat Arun represents Mount Meru in its design, which is the centre of Buddhist cosmology. This temple which is a part of our list of the 10 most Amazing temples to visit in Thailand is named after the Hindu god Aruna.
This temple was created by King Taksin in 1768. Its spire is at a height of 70 metres and is decorated with Chinese porcelain and coloured glass. Wat Arun has several detailed murals and a golden Buddha image.
3. Sanctuary of Truth
Sanctuary of truth is created entirely using wood, and a scenic view of the ocean surrounds the temple. Every portion of this majestic wooden temple is filled with wood carvings of both Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses.
Several tours are led through the 105 m tall building every 30 minutes. Dancing performances by Thai artists are conducted between 11.30 am and 3.30 pm. This temple was constructed in four wings dedicated to Thai, Khmer, Chinese and Indian iconography.
4. Wat Tham Suea
Wat Tham Suea is one of Thailand’s most interesting natural wonders. This temple in our list of 10 most amazing temples to visit in Thailand is worth visiting. It looks like a warren of limestone caves created inside the foot of a beautiful cliff.
There are many awestruck things like the beautiful icons on the main temple, but the main attraction is the footprint of Buddha. You need to hike 1,237 steps up the limestone tower, but all this hard work is worth it when you finally see the 360o view the place provides. The surroundings are extremely beautiful during dawn and dusk.
5. Wat Pho
The Temple of reclining Buddha or Wat Pho is set on the banks of the Chao Phraya river. It is an ancient and largest temple in Thailand. The main attraction that brings most of the visitors is the reclining Buddha. This reclining Buddha was built in 1848 and remains the biggest Buddha in Thailand.
Another notable attraction is the Bodhi tree, which is said to be grown from the tree where Buddha was enlightened.
6. Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao
Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao is made of fluorescent colours, so if you want to see the magic, we recommend you visit at night. This temple attracts visitors in the evening and night when all of its features illuminate, and it looks like a glowing temple.
Added to this beauty that gives you wonderful photographs, the temple also has panoramic views.
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7. Wat Pha Sorn Kaew
Wat Pha Sorn Kaew is also known as a temple on a glass cliff. This temple, which is a part of our list of the 10 most amazing temples to visit in Thailand, is best suited for meditation. You can find this temple in Khao Kho, the scenery at this place makes it a must-visit.
The temple has five Buddha, representative of the traditional five Buddha’s that came to earth. Each Buddha is sitting in meditation, and the succeeding one is larger than the preceding one.
8. Wat Mahathat
Wat Phra Mahathat is considered to be Ayutthaya’s oldest temple, supposedly built in 1370-1388, it even precedes the making of Bangkok. Presently the temple is the headquarters of Mahanikai, which is the school of Buddhism.
It was originally constructed as a relic to Buddha, this temple is one of the oldest shrines of Lord Buddha. The courtyard of this spectacular temple is filled with relics and murals, and there is also a garden filled with palm trees.
9. Wat Rong Khun
Wat Rong Khun is also popularly called the White temple. It is located in Northern Thailand near Chiang Rai. It is very different from other Thai temples, the temple is all white, with white glass and mirrors fixed within the surface to make it shine.
In the vicinity of the temple, there are souvenir shops, a museum that contains Chalermchai’s artworks and an in-house studio.
10. Wat Phra That
Wat Phra That is a golden painted structure decorated with the statues of elephants, dragons and serpents. It was originally built as a Buddhist monastery and still operates as one along with a meditation centre.
On entering the temple, you have to take 300 steps up the specially designed staircase to reach the temple complex. Those who don’t want to take stairs can choose to ride cable cars. You will be greeted with the beautiful sight of the golden spire and white elephants that sits in the centre of the temple.
Thailand is filled with mesmerising beaches, gorgeous landscapes and crazy nightlife. But added to this beauty, Thailand houses some of the most distinctive and beautiful temples for religious souls. So, are you thinking of visiting Thailand? Choose the Thailand tour package at our Pickyourtrail website and go on a backpacking trip. Or even better, you can customise your own Thailand itinerary at our website. What are you waiting for? Let’s go!!!
