Wat Pho - Temple of the Reclining Buddha

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[TRAVELLAAAA TIPS: When visiting temples, please observe proper attire and behavior.]

Located almost opposite to Wat Arun, traveling to Wat Pho was easy peasy thanks to the Chao Phraya Express Boat.

Wat Pho temple is the largest temple in Bangkok and home to the famous 46-meter long reclining Buddha. Temple entrance costs 100 Baht with free bottled water.

Temple ticket booth with Jen, our tour guide

Scale model of the complex

The Reclining Buddha

108 Bronze Pots

Located behind the Reclining Buddha, these 108 pots symbolizes the auspicious character of the Buddha and is believed to bring good luck and fortune to whoever does the traditional dropping of coins.

 Here's the deal, purchase a bowl of coins near the bronze pots area. Drop a coin one by one in each of the 108 pots and say your prayers or wishes.(The collected funds from the purchased coins is used for temple maintenance.)


Wat Pho Medicine Pavillon


 In 1955, the Wat Pho Thai Traditional Medical and Massage School opened in Wat Pho temple and became the pioneer Thai medical school which was approved by the Thai Ministry of Education.
Accupressure mural at the Medicine Pavillon

Until this day, the massage school and offers massage services to anyone who wishes to try authentic Thai Massage.

 Wat Pho is open daily from 8:00am - 6:00pm. Admission Fee is 100 Baht. For other questions and inquiries, email them at watpho.th@gmail.com

 Wat Pho Thai Traditional School is open daily from 8:00am - 5:00pm. For their massage rates, you may call them at +66(0)2 662 3533, +66(0)2 622 3551, +66(0)8 6317 5560 and +66(0)8 6317 5562

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