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Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
Best time to visit
Arrive at opening in the morning to avoid the heat and biggest tour groups; late afternoon brings warm light on the gilding and fewer visitors near closing.
Budget tips
Entrance for most foreign visitors is around 200 THB, Thai nationals usually pay a reduced rate; no regular free days, but many guided tours include the fee so compare prices before booking.
Recommended for
History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Culture seekers, Short-stop travelers
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Hurtige fakta: Den enorme liggende Buddha måler omkring 46 meter i længden og har perlemorsindlæg på fodsålerne, som gnistrer når sollyset rammer mosaikkerne. Bag de overdådige haller ligger en anerkendt skole i traditionel massage, hvor elever praktiserer teknikker på rækker af klienter, så besøgende ofte kan få både demonstrationer og behandlinger.
Højdepunkter: Gå tæt på den liggende Buddha og læg mærke til de 46 meter af forgyldt krop, fødderne er inkrustret med perlemor og viser 108 lykkesymboler; der står også 108 bronzeskåle, hvor besøgende lægger mønter med en klar klingende lyd. Omkring statuen hænger duften af røgelse tungt, og mange følger den lille tradition med at drysse mønter i hver skål for held, det giver et blidt klir som små klokker.
Insider tips
- Dress respectfully, cover shoulders and knees, and carry a light scarf for hotter days.
- Get there at opening to beat tour buses and the midday heat.
- For unbroken full-length photos, use the north viewing platform facing the Reclining Buddha's head.
- Book a session at the Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage school on-site, payments are usually cash and bookings are done in person.
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Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (2)
4.5Arrived at 8am with almost no line. 200 THB entry was worth it for the Reclining Buddha and murals, avoid the touristy stalls.
Came at 3pm and it was packed with tour groups, ticket line took 30 minutes. 200 THB felt steep, the Reclining Buddha is stunning but bring patience.
