Erawan Shrine
As the name suggests, the Erawan Shrine isn’t a temple, but it’s still an important religious site in Bangkok and worth seeing.
The busy sidewalk shrine is home to a not-so-old statue of Phra Phrom, the Thai version of the Hindu god Bhrama. Erawan Shrine is a popular stop for business people on their way to work. They pray for good fortune, burn incense, and make small offerings. Some worshipers hire traditional dance troupes to perform there, showing gratitude for prayers answered.
- Location: The intersection of Ratchadamri Road and Rama I Road, by the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel. The nearest BTS Skytrain station is Chit Lom.
- What to Know: Erawan Shrine gained unfortunate notoriety as the site of a terrorist bombing in 2015.
ADDRESS:
494 Thanon Ratchadamri, Khwaeng Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
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Wat Mahahat
Wat Mahahat in Bangkok, not to be confused with temples of the same name in Ayutthaya and also Sukhothai is one of the most important royal temples in Bangkok. The temple is home to Thailand’s oldest institute for Buddhist monks as well as a vipasana meditation center.
Sundays are the busiest day as Bangkok’s largest amulet market is held just outside Wat Mahahat. People come from all around to buy and trade amulets meant to help with love, fortune, health, and protection.
- Location: North of the Grand Palace and west of Sanam Luang, a grassy park.
- What to Know: Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ADDRESS:
3 ถนน ท่าพระจันทร์ Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand