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Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late evening to avoid large tour groups and see devotees in a quieter setting; weekdays are generally less crowded than weekends.
Budget tips
Free entry, donations optional and small; buy flower garlands from nearby vendors rather than through aggressive touts to save money.
Recommended for
Culture seekers, Photography enthusiasts, Religious and spiritual travelers, First-time Bangkok visitors
Plan your visit
20-40 min
About
Fakta singkat: Suara lonceng kecil dan aroma dupa yang kental langsung menyapa pengunjung, sementara tarian klasik kadang dipentaskan sebagai ungkapan syukur. Patung berkepala empat di tengah pelataran kerap memikat peziarah mancanegara, mereka sering meninggalkan puluhan ribu rangkaian bunga dan permohonan setiap tahun.
Sorotan: Patung berkepala empat Phra Phrom, dikelilingi karangan bunga marigold kuning-oranye dan asap dupa yang manis, sering dihias pita merah sementara kelompok penari klasik berbusana emas tampil sebagai ucapan syukur ketika permintaan dipercayai terkabul. Menurut cerita lokal, altar itu didirikan setelah serangkaian kecelakaan saat pembangunan hotel pada akhir 1950-an, sehingga warga kerap menyalakan puluhan batang dupa dan meninggalkan koin di kotak persembahan, pemandangan malamnya memadukan kilau lampu neon dengan aroma bunga dan dupa.
Insider tips
- Dress modestly, cover shoulders and knees to show respect.
- Visit early morning or after 7pm to avoid the largest tour-bus crowds.
- Take photos from the north-east side to include the statue, dancers and city backdrop.
- Decline pushy fortune-tellers politely and agree prices for flower garlands before accepting.
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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 (4)
4.3Evening visit felt touristy and sellers were persistent. The shrine is nice but skip the overpriced garlands.
Arrived at 8am with almost no line. Donations are optional but the short ceremony and photos were worth the stop.
Went at noon when it was packed and noisy. No entrance fee but expect to pay a few baht for flower garlands.
Stopped by after a BTS ride around 3pm, easy to get to and free entry. Great for a quick cultural stop, not a long visit.
