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Here's an excellent write-up, from Into Asia:
Wat Pho is mainly famous for the huge Reclining Buddha statue it houses. At 20 acres large, it is the largest Wat in Bangkok, and is technically the oldest too, as it was built around 200 years before Bangkok became Thailand's capital. However, today the Wat today bears virtually no resemblance to that originally constructed, as it was almost entirely rebuilt by Rama I when the capital was moved to Bangkok. It holds the dual honors of having both Thailand's largest reclining Buddha image and the most number of Buddha images in Thailand.
The highly impressive gold plated reclining Buddha is 46 meters long and 15 meters high, and is designed to illustrate the passing of the Buddha into nirvana. The feet and the eyes are engraved with mother-of-pearl decoration, and the feet also show the 108 auspicious characteristics of the true Buddha.
The vast grounds at the temple were always well-manicured when I visited it. The main hall, where the statue of the Reclining Buddha was housed, had an air of serenity which I loved.
But really for me, the most important thing to do when visiting Wat Pho is to have a really good traditional Thai massage at its Thai Traditional Medical & Message School. Leave a Comment Phone: +66 2 225-9595Directions: Entry to the temple is 50 baht, and it is open from 0800-1700 daily. Beware of scams where con man will try to trick you into believing that the temple is "closed" and get you to go to other places with them. Do dress appropriately.Website: http://www.watpho.com
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He tried to articulate my occupation initially - not being able to find the right words - and described my children by gender and personality, my relationship with a range of people in my life, my personality quite well etc..... . So, I would be interested in someone else's experience and impressions.
My daughter had her signs (relating to date of birth) done, and we'll have to wait and see, as much of this is centred on life prediction. Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.
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 Wat Pho - Reclining Buddha by AsterixSg
1. Take the small lane that leads you away from the Ta Tien pier to the main road. Ignore the calls of the tuk tuk drivers to take you to the Grand Palace etc.
2. As you reach the main road, take a right turn and walk for 20 meters or so. You will reach the Wat Pho.
3. Purchase a ticket and if you think you need a guide to show you around, make sure you get an authorized one.
4. You need to take off your shoes when visiting the temple. Please also dress conservatively.
Viewing the huge reclining statue of the Budhdha is an ethereal experience.
Once you complete this visit, you are ready to go to the Grand Palace... Leave a Comment Phone: 02-221-991Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.
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Wat Pho
"The Temple of Reclining Buddha"
Located near Grand Palace. Wat Pho is the largest and oldest Wat - Temple in Bangkok.
The full name is:
Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn.
The Reclining Buddha have:
15 meter high
46 meter long
Information
Name: Wat Pho
Theme: The Buddha Image
Close to: Wat Phra Khaew, Suan Saranrom Park, Chao Praya River
Location: Ratanakosin Island
City: Bangkok
Pictures in the web: Wat Pho
Admission Fee: I pay last time 20 baht
Last Visit: February 2009
My Photos
First Photo: The Reclining Buddha
Second photo: Wat Pho
Third photo: The Reclining Buddha
Forth photo: Wat Pho
Fifth photo: The Reclining Buddha
Leave a Comment Phone: 02-221-991Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.Website: www.thailandbethere.com
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This temple is close to the Grand Palace and is not just home to one of the largest reclining Buddhas, but it is a centre for the teaching of traditional Thai massage. Anybody can sign up to take the massage course which is normally spread over a few days. Of course you do not have to take the course to enjoy a massage here and I would recommend that you do so. They are inexpensive and a good tonic for any weary sightseer.
My tip is to get to the Grand Palace around 9.00 to miss some of the crowds and the heat, see the sights there before going around to Wat Po to explore that temple, have an hours massage then head back to your hotel for dip in the pool and some lunch. Leave a Comment
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This is the most well known temple in Bangkok and also the largest. It's where the Reclining Buddha can be found.
The Wat Pho is amazing, with beautiful gardens and I was specially thrilled with the temples roofs. So that you can understand a bit of the history of the Wat Pho, I suggest that you hire a guide to show you around. They don't charge much and you can find them after you enter.
It's a very interesting place, with much to see, so plan to stay there for at least a couple of hours to get to know the place in depth. Leave a Comment Phone: 02-221-991Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com/
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In the Eastern courtyard of Wat Pho, you will see these stone statues of rishis (hermits), all naked, except for hats, and carved in the posture of healing massage - rather than just being a random assortment of little statues. If you look at each, and try to replicate the pose, you will not only look like an idiot, but be addressing your inner healing the sense of self! Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.
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This worldwide famous is located right next to the Grand Palace to the south. It is one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest temples. Wat Pho was built by King Rama I about 200 years ago and houses the gigantic gold plated Reclining Buddha image. This unique image is 49 metres long and 12 metres high with beautifully inlaid mother-of-pearl soles. Wat Pho is also regarded as the first center of public education and is sometimes called Thailand’s First University.
The building housing the Reclining Buddha Image is open daily from 09.00 – 17.00 hours. An admission fee of 50 Baht is required. Leave a Comment Phone: 02-221-991Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20B. It's open every day, opening hours are from 08.00am to 5.00pm, with a break from 12.00pm to 1.00pm.Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com/
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