Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace Travel Guide
Travel to Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace - Home of the Emerald Buddha
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Wat Phra Kaeo is located in the same compound of the Grand Palace, close to the park of Sanam Luang right in the centre of the city. It is a treasure house of Thai arts, and houses the Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand.
The temple is in the outer section of the Royal Enclosure west of the Grand Palace and was built on the orders of King Rama I along with the Grand Palace and Rattanakosin Island. It is built as a temple in a Royal compound like Wat Sri Sanphet in Ayutthaya and has no resident monks.
Attractions in Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace
There are 3 main buildings inside the temple which comprise the Golden Stupa (enshrining the relics of the Buddha), the Phra Mondop or Library, housing the Tripitaka or a Buddhist scripture and the Royal Pantheon which is a pavilion used for keeping statues of deceased kings of Chakri dynasty.
Besides, the 178 section mural paintings which depict the story of the Ramayana are the superb masterpiece of Rattanakosin artisans. The compound of Wat Phra Kaeo and the Grand Palace is open daily from 08:30 to 15:30. Please ensure you dress respectfully or entry will be refused.
Activities in Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace
Allow around 2 hours to wander the site and enjoy the atmosphere.
Relaxing
Find a quiet spot to contemplate the stunning 18th century buildings.
Getting Around
Explore on foot.
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