Church
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
- Mon
- 00:00–23:59
- Tue
- 00:00–23:59
- Wed
- 00:00–23:59
- Thu
- 00:00–23:59
- Fri
- 00:00–23:59
- Sat
- 00:00–23:59
- Sun
- 00:00–23:59
- Hours
- Arrive before 17:00 to reach the chedi's fifth floor without rushing.
- Price
- Free admission — THB 0; donations are optional.
- How to visit
- Cover shoulders and knees. Remove shoes before entering the chedi halls and keep your voice down because this is a place of prayer and meditation.
- Hours
- Free entry
- Hours
- Good with children
- Hours
- About 90 min
Why it is worth the detour
Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen is known for its large stupa and bronze Buddha statue.
Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen is a historic royal temple in Bangkok, renowned for its significant stupa and large bronze Buddha statue. It is a center for meditation and Buddhist education.
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3.2 km
Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan
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