My gem in Bangkok

A story about a little temple? My dear Buddha, what should I do with it, because they will bombard you with little temples in Thailand, you might think.

Of course, there are grand and beautiful temple complexes in the country that are more than worth a visit and are more than known to many. But I am going to tell you something about a small beautiful impression that you will not regret and is easy to reach. In addition, the costs of the visit are absolutely zero. And I tell you that even this atheist was completely delighted, so you do not have to be religious.

We will visit Wat Mangkon Kamalawat which is located in the heart of Chinatown. This Buddhist temple dates from 1871 and has a classical Chinese architectural style with roofs decorated with animal and flower motifs and of course with dragons according to Chinese custom.

In the middle, behind an altar, there are three beautiful large gold-colored statues and the entire ceiling is beautifully decorated with large balloons.

At the entrance of this beautiful little temple, on both sides, there are also very beautiful statues representing the guardians of the world.

Wat Makron is the centre of celebrations during Chinese New Year, which speaks volumes about its importance.

The way there:

You can take the Chaophraya Express Boat to Ratchawong Pier and from there walk to Charoen Krung and turn right where you will see Wat Mangkon a little further on the left.

The easiest way is however by MRT (Metro) to the Wat Mangkon stop. The stop is named after the temple and when you get off there you are almost next to it.

The opening hours:

• Monday to Friday from 8.00:16.30 to XNUMX:XNUMX
• Saturday and Sunday from 8.00am to 17.30pm
• Entrance is free.

After visiting this unique and beautiful little temple complex, Chinatown lies at your feet.

However, I would also like to appeal to the readers of Thailandblog and especially to the expats and experts of the country. There must undoubtedly be many more small hidden gems in Thailand that the experts can bring more into the spotlight.

For example, who doesn't know a very special and nice restaurant? Or a trip to a little-known place that is more than worth a visit.

Now appeal to many who know such a small hidden gem and ask them to write something about it. Certainly the expats who have lived there for years can surprise the readers with a much lesser known gem. You will do a lot of compatriots/holidaymakers a great pleasure with it. Perhaps a good idea to initially focus on Bangkok, Pattaya and Chiang Mai. Many readers are counting on you!