The temple itself dates back to the late 1700s, built under Rama I. Unlike the majority of temples in Thailand, Wat Phra Kaew does not house monks. Because it’s such a significant wat for Thais, the ...
Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the most sacred religious structure in Thailand. Located in the heart of Bangkok, near the royal palace, the lavish complex has more than 100 ...