Wat Benchamabophit

Attractions, Religious buildings and sites Dusit
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Clad in Italian Carrara marble, Wat Benchamabophit is a well-proportioned meld of East and West designed by Italian architect Hercules Manfredi. Commissioned in 1899 by Rama V (one room contains his ashes), the temple features stained-glass windows depicting scenes from Thai mythology and a replica of Thailand's much-venerated Buddha image: the haloed Phra Phutta Chinirat of Pitsanuloke. Monks collect alms every morning by standing out front.

By: Top Koaysomboon

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Venue name: Wat Benchamabophit
Contact:
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Address: 69
Thanon Rama, Dusit
Bangkok
10300
Opening hours: 06:00-17:00
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