Wat Phra Si Mahathat, Bangkok

Name: Wat Phra Si Mahathat
Address: Bangkok, Thailand

#87 among attractions in Bangkok

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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Wat Phra Si Mahathat Wora Maha Viharn is a Buddhist temple in the Bang Khen District of Bangkok. Construction began in 20 March 1941 in commemoration of the government victory over the Boworadet rebellion in 1933. Wat Phra Si Mahathat was designated a first-class royal monastery in 1942, making it one of the most significant temples in Thailand. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 13°52'26"N, 100°35'35"E

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Wat Phra Si Mahathat – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: CentralPlaza Ramindra, Royal Thai Air Force Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Wat Samian Nari.

0.6 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
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Museum, Art museum
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Temple, Buddhist architecture
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Zoo
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Skyscraper
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Market, Shopping
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2.7 miN
Neighbourhood
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Skyscraper, Bank
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Neighbourhood
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