Bangkok/Special Attractions Erawan Shrine

Four-Faced Buddha
Address: 494 Ratchadamri Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
Features: Special attractions/customs and practices/religious customs
Service: ★★★★★
Rating: ★★★★★
Transportation: ★★★★★

Before I actually visited the Four-Faced Buddha, I had already noticed small Buddhist altars everywhere at their doorsteps while walking in the streets and alleys of Thailand. At that time, I didn’t quite understand what those exquisite and small Buddhist altars were. It was not until I went to the Four-Faced Buddha that I realized those were mini Four-Faced Buddha platforms. This trip gave me a deep feeling for the Thai people's piety in religious beliefs, which is truly integrated into the details of their lives.

▶Transportation location
The transportation here is very convenient. Just take the BTS to Chit Lom Station and walk along the sky bridge for about five minutes to arrive. The surrounding area is also the Ratchaprasong business district, also known as the Four-Faced Buddha Square, which is located below the Grand Hyatt Hotel and next to the Erawan Bangkok Department Store.

▶Precautions
The Four-Faced Buddha has four faces, four pairs of hands and a pair of feet. The side with the feet is the front side. Counting clockwise from the front side, each side represents peace, career, marriage and wealth respectively.

There is a stall next to the entrance where you can buy sacrificial items, and you can buy according to your needs. If you make a wish, remember to fulfill it!

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Post by Hesterrr | Jun 18, 2023