 Toes of the reclining Buddha in Wat Pho. by dabuwan | Wat Pho tips and photos posted by real travelers and Bangkok locals.
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 by Mahieu
There are also four large Chedis commemorating the first three Chakri Kings ( Rama III has two Chedis).
If you would like to get a real Thai massage, then the best place to do this is here. At What Po you can find the national headquarters for the teaching of traditional Thai medecine, including Thai massage.
The Wat was built during the 16th Century and almost completely rebuilt in the 18th. 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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 Wat Pho: Roofline, Treeline,
Skyline. by Bangkokjoe
Look out for the upcountry tour parties of monks on a day trip when you are doing Wat Pho - Bangkok often gets these visits around the religious days; Thai Lent, Lord Buddha's birthday and the like. These boys add atmosphere to the place. And as many festivals crop up in rainy season you'll get to see locals enjoying their own historical sites even if it is a tad moist out. For me, the best parts to Wat Pho are the extremely long reclining Buddha with his mother of pearl soles, and some rather nifty roof tops. You get the roof tops in this pic. You can go and see the Buddha for yourself... superb toes, promise (now there's something for you to look forward to).
I'll throw this bit in here as well while I'm at it. Because we were talking about it when doing the Pho. If anyone tells you Bangkok is a dirty, treeless city kindly inform them they are not looking closely enough. We bet you will see more trees than you will see locals dropping litter. Leave a Comment Directions: Thai Wang Road, round the side of the Grand Palace.
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 Be Dazzled by the Oldest Wat
in Bangkok! by sailor_p
The well-known reclining Buddha, 46m long and 15m high, illustrates the passing of the Buddha into nirvana. The figure has gold finishing and mother-of-pearl inlay adorns the eyes and feet of this majestic figure.
During Rama III's reign, Wat Pho was an open university and it is now the headquarters for teaching and presevation of traditional Thai medicine, including Thai massage.
Do note that proper attire is required for visiting Wat Pho, dressed in long dress or pants with sleeved-tops when visiting Wat Pho. Do be prepared to take off your shoes when you are in the chamber.
The nearest pier is Tha Tien but for me, I alighted at Tha Chang and visited the Grand Palace before making my 10 minutes walk to Wat Pho. Leave a Comment Phone: (662) 225-9595Directions: Wat Pho is located on Sanam Chai road and Maharaj road next to the Grand Palace. It is open daily between 08:00 - 17:00 hrs, with an admission fee of 20 baht.Website: http://www.watpho.com/
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 Wat Pho's Smaller Chedi by Jmill42
Whereas in other temples you will see chedis that are round, all Wat Po's are square. 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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My ex-girlfriend and I visited this wonderful site on my second trip to Thailand. My brother and I arrived too late to see it on my first one.
The whole site that includes the Reclining Buddha is amazing. There are many temples and shrines to see before you even get to the Buddha. There are also many statues and fish ponds that are very nice to look at, while you walk around the grounds. There is also a shop to by gifts and postcards if you wish.
The Reclining Buddha is something you have to see to truly enjoy, the size and beauty of it were spectacular. Leave a Comment Phone: 02-221-991Directions: The entrance to Wat Pho is on Chetuphon road. Entrance is 20bht. 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/ Other Contact: www.watpho.com
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 Wat Pho by jicki
Guides can be hired at the entrance for 150B for one person, 200B for two, 300B for three, but they're not really needed. On Sundays, you can see students being taught traditional Thai dance and music. Leave a Comment
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 close up ornate Wat Pho by richiecdiscLeave a Comment 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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 chedis with farang guard by trisanna
You have to see the farang statues(foriegners). The temple is known for their traditional massage center. I didn't do this, but you can get a Thai massage here. Maybe a nice touch end of the day, after you have seen Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew (which is right next door). 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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 by Guantanamera
Shogen asked:
`Why does the enlightened man not stand on his feet and explain himself?'
And he also said:
`It is not necessary for speech to come from the tongue.'
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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 by syllybabe
You drop coins in each bowl until you reach the last one and run out of coins. 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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