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Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

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1. Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho – Reclining Buddha of Wat Pho loop from ลุมพินี

28.0km

07:09

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Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Grand Palace – Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho loop from สะพานตากสิน

15.5km

03:57

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3. Phra Mondop, Wat Phra Kaew – The Grand Palace loop from Phra Nakhon

2.34km

00:36

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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PeterStar

March 10, 2023

A top among the highlights of the capital.

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Steve Gambrell

January 21, 2025

Arrive as early as possible
it gets very busy
you will need long trousers or a long dress
to fully cover your legs.

Schwerte-Radler

February 4, 2025

The Grand Palace in Bangkok, known in Thai as “Phra Borom Maha Ratcha Wang”, is an impressive complex of historic buildings in the heart of the Thai capital. It served as the official residence of the Kings of Siam from 1782 to 1925 and is now one of the country's most important tourist attractions.

The palace was built in 1782 under King Rama I when he moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok. Over the centuries, the complex has been continuously expanded and renovated, harmoniously blending different architectural styles. The palace is divided into several courtyards, including the outer courtyard with public buildings, the middle courtyard with the main state apartments and the inner courtyard, which was once reserved for the royal women.

A prominent structure within the palace complex is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaeo), which is considered the holiest Buddhist site in Thailand. This is where the Emerald Buddha is worshipped, a statue made of jade that is considered a national treasure.

The Grand Palace is open to visitors daily from 8:30am to 4:30pm, with the last entry at 3:30pm. The entrance fee is 500 baht and includes access to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It is important to observe the dress code: visitors should wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees to comply with religious and cultural requirements.

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Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

1. Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho – Reclining Buddha of Wat Pho loop from ลุมพินี

2. The Grand Palace – Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho loop from สะพานตากสิน

3. Phra Mondop, Wat Phra Kaew – The Grand Palace loop from Phra Nakhon

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