• Wat Benchamabophit

Wat Benchamabophit is the Marble Temple, a beautiful and serene temple constructed of white Carrara marble beautifully contrasting the golden roof tiles, the orange-robed monks, and the lush courtyard gardens. Within the temple enjoy beautifully crafted replica of the famous Phra Buddha Chinnarat statue from Phitsanulok, considered one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha statues. In the courtyard a remarkable gallery of 52 Buddha statues from different historical periods. Visit the temple in the early morning when the monks perform their prayers and the marble gleams in the soft light.

Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram, A serene golden Buddha statue beautifully illuminated in a traditional temple setting during midday, Bangkok, Thailand

The Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit), Bangkok, Thailand