Tempel in Thailand

Temples & Religious Sites

Thailand’s religious landscape spans centuries of architectural evolution, from the 14th-century ruins of Ayutthaya’s Wat Phra Si Sanphet to contemporary masterpieces like Chiang Rai’s White Temple. This selection features Bangkok’s premier royal shrines, including the marble-clad Wat Benchamabophit and the porcelain-encrusted Wat Arun. Key highlights include the massive reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, the Lanna-style gold chedi of Chiang Mai’s Doi Suthep, and the intricate wooden carvings of Pattaya’s Sanctuary of Truth. These sites represent diverse influences, including Khmer, Chinese, and European neoclassical styles.