Thailand

Bangkok / Wat Suthat (Giant Swing)

3 Buddha statues at Wat Suthat

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This temple on Bamrung Muang Road took 27 years to build. It is famous for the excellent murals in the Bot, built in the reign of King Rama III (1824-1851). The Vihara should be seen for its collection of gilded Buddha images. The temple complex is open daily 9:00-17:00.

In front of the temple is the famous Giant Swing. Many shops surrounding Wat Suthat sell a complete range of Buddhist ecclesiastic supplies.