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Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple) – Bangkok
Known around the world as Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram, or simply the Marble Temple, this elegant royal temple is one of Bangkok’s most photographed landmarks. Built during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), the temple is celebrated for its stunning Italian Carrara marble, graceful Thai architecture, ornate gables, and peaceful courtyards. Blending traditional Thai…
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Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan (Loha Prasart) – Bangkok
Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan is one of Bangkok’s most distinctive and underrated temples, best known for the magnificent Loha Prasat (Metal Castle)—the only structure of its kind still standing in the world. Located beside the historic Rattanakosin district and opposite Wat Saket (the Golden Mount), this remarkable temple combines elegant Thai architecture with deep Buddhist…
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Wat Muang – Angthong
Our visit to Wat Muang was filled with surprises, from the sheer size of Thailand’s largest Buddha statue to the many colourful and fascinating sights around the temple grounds. Everywhere we looked, there was something interesting to photograph. This collection of images captures some of the highlights of the day and the unique atmosphere…
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Wat Saket (The Golden Mount) – Bangkok
Wat Saket (The Golden Mount) – One of Bangkok’s Best Temple Viewpoints Wat Saket, better known as The Golden Mount Temple, is one of the most iconic Buddhist temples in Bangkok and a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the city’s rich cultural heritage. Located on an artificial hill in Bangkok’s historic Old Town, the…
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Wat Sommanart Rachaworawihan – Bangkok
You may think I’ve added the wrong cover photo to a temple, but actually, the two are virtually back to back to each other, one being popular amongst the boxing pundits & gamblers, and the other a little-known gem of a Buddhist temple hidden behind a violent establishment 🙂 Wat Sommanat Worawihan is a…
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Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Pho) – Bangkok
At Wat Pho, history and serenity unfold in quiet layers of light and shadow. The temple’s atmosphere invites a slower gaze, where every surface seems to carry the weight of time and quiet reverence. These images explore its timeless elegance—from the intricate patterns of its chedis to the calm presence of the Reclining Buddha.…