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The Marble Temple


     This Wat is made of white Carrana marble so hence its tourist mame, Marble Temple; this most recent of royal Wats was built at the turn of the century under King Rama V. The ;argest Bot is a prime example of modern Thai architecture. The courtyard behind the Bot exhibits 53 Buddha images (33 originals and 20 copies), representing famous images and styles from all over Asia, Thailand and other Buddhist countries, It is an excellent place to watch religious festivals and moonlit processions, Unlike most other temples, monks don’t go out seeking alms but are instead visited by merit-makers between 06.00 and 07.00 hours.



More Interesting Attraction Sites
The Grand Palace | Bowonniwet Temple | The National Museum and Gallery | The National Theater | The Giant Swing | Wimanmek Teak Royal Mansion Museum | Lohaprasart | The Emerald Buddha Temple | The Marble Temple | The Golden Buddha Temple | The Golden Mount | The Parliament | The Old Prison House | The Democracy Monument
Near-by spots for joy walking and shopping
Mae Phra Thorani (Goddess of the Earth) | Phra Sumeru Fortress | Flea Market (Antique) | The Old China Town | Exotic Flower Market | Banglumpoo Shopping District

 
     
     
 

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