Wat Pho's Sacred Treasures: A Glimpse into Buddhist Art & Spirituality 🛕📿

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Beyond the magnificent Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho houses an extraordinary collection of Buddhist artifacts and cultural relics. The temple grounds are dotted with 108 bronze bowls representing the auspicious signs of the Buddha—visitors often drop coins into them for blessings.

Throughout the pavilions, you’ll find:

Ancient stone inscriptions on medicine, yoga, and traditional Thai massage

Gilded Buddha statues in various meditation postures
Ceramic guardian figures from China and Europe, reflecting historic trade ties

Scripture cabinets intricately carved with scenes from the Ramakien

Each artifact tells a story of faith, healing, and cultural exchange, making Wat Pho not just a temple, but a living museum of Thai heritage.

📍Wat Pho, Bangkok | 🕙8:30-18:30
🎫200 THB | 👗Dress modestly

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Post by kkkkkgsu | Oct 4, 2025