Know about Some Popular Buddhist and Hindu Shrines in Bangkok

Thailand is popular a lot for the tourism purpose. A large number of men and women like to visit Thailand to spend their vacations. You can contact an ideal Thailand travel agent, to get the glimpses of this cultural nation.

The cities of Thailand attract the tourists from different parts of the globe. Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is one of the favorite destinations of the worldwide tourists. Here, there are the places for the individuals of every interest. From religious shrines to nightlife, from museums to palaces, and there are several other places of interests are here, which can be taken as the perfect instances in this regard.

The religious shrines are one of the places of great allure here. Thailand is a Buddhist majority nation, so it has some brilliant Buddhist shrines of the world. Besides, the shrines of Hinduism and some other religions can also be found here. But, the Buddhist and Hindu shrines are most significant here without any second thought. Some of the popular shrines of these two ancient religions, which can be taken as perfect instances are:

Buddhist Shrines

Wat Phra Kaew: This is the temple of Emerald Buddha. It has been built within the grounds of Grand Palace. This is the most visited temple of Bangkok today. The temple has been carved into a 66 centimeter tall block of Jade.

Wat Pho: Wat Pho is the temple of Reclining Buddha. It has been named after a monastery in India, where Buddha is believed to have lived for years. It is one of the largest and oldest temples in Bangkok.

Wat Arun: Wat Arun is the most iconic temple of Bangkok without any second thought. It is located on Thonburi side of Bangkok, and is almost opposite to Wat Pho and Grand Palace. It was built during the 17^th century on the bank of Chao Phraya. 

Wat Saket: Wat Saket is built on a top of the high hill of the old city of Bangkok. Here, you can visit golden Chedi of 'Phu Khao Thong'or the Golden Mountain.  

Golden Buddha: Another place that you can visit with the help of a Bangkok tour operator is Golden Buddha. Golden Buddha is officially known as Phra Phuttha Maha Suwana Patimakon. It is a gold statute, which has the weight of 5.5 tons. This statute is located in the temple of Wat Traimit in Bangkok.

Hindu Shrines

Indra Shrine: Indra Shrine is one of the most popular Hindu shrines in Bangkok. This is the temple shrine of Lord Indra, 

Trimurti Shrine: Trimurti Shrine is dedicated to the Hindu trinity of gods – Brahma (the Creator), Vishnu (the Preserver) and Shiva (the Destroyer). This is also one of the most popular Hindu shrines of Bangkok.

Ganesha Shrine: Ganesha Shrine is directly adjacent to Trimurti Shrine. Ganesha is considered as master of intellect and wisdom in Hinduism. He is believed as a son of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati.

Lakshami Shrine: Lakshami is supposed to be goddess of wealth, good fortune and prosperity in Hinduism. It is located in Gaysorn Plaza in Bangkok.

All these shrines are worth seeing in Bangkok. There are many other Buddhist and Hindu shrines where you can visit in Bangkok and can get a spiritual experience.