Buddha's Light and Shadow: Wat Phra That Sawan and the Quiet Time in Bangkok

#Bangkok Itinerary
Day 1
Early in the morning, I headed to Wat Phra That Sawan outside Bangkok. Along the way, the busy city scene was gradually replaced by the tranquility of the countryside. Wat Phra That Sawan is located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, and the golden pagoda shines with sacred light in the sun. What attracted me most in the temple was the huge and solemn Buddha statue. The surrounding murals recorded the Buddha's teachings and mythological stories, immersing people in a religious atmosphere. In the afternoon, I took a short break under the shade of the trees outside the temple, feeling the breeze, and then participated in the blessing ceremony held in the temple. The monks' chanting of Sanskrit brings peace of mind.
the next day
On the second day, I chose to visit the old town of Bangkok to experience the local life and historical atmosphere. In the morning, I went to the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha to admire the magnificence and delicacy of Thai architecture, and then experienced local cuisine at the traditional market by the river. In the afternoon, I returned to the vicinity of Wat Phra That Sawan and took a cruise on the Chao Phraya River to appreciate the beauty of the temple from another angle. At dusk, the setting sun by the river and the golden spire of Wat Phra That Sawan complement each other, as if drawing a quiet and beautiful end to my journey. During the two-day trip, Wat Phra That Sawan, with its solemnity and tranquility, became my spiritual home, and made me feel that Bangkok is not only bustling, but also has poetic and quiet times.

Post by Angrybird11 | Mar 17, 2025