Officially titled Phra Phuttha Maha Suwan Patimakon, the Temple of the Golden Buddha is also known locally as Wat Traimit. Visitors come across many religious sites dedicated to Buddhism in Bangkok, but Wat Traimit may be one of the most beautiful. The temple houses one of the largest Buddha statues, constructed completely of gold, measuring 5 meters high and weighing over 5 tons.
Visitors will love the story behind this amazing Buddha statue - it was originally covered in stucco and plaster and it wasn’t until it was accidentally dropped that they realized the true nature of the solid structure lying beneath it.
661 Tri Mit Rd Bangkok 10100 Thailand
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