Wat Ratchathiwat Ratchaworawihan, an ancient temple over 747 years old.

Wat Ratchathiwat Ratchaworawihan, located along the Chao Phraya River, was built during the Ayutthaya period around 1820 BE, or 747 years ago. This ancient temple has been continuously restored by the kings. It is a significant royal temple, especially notable for its beautiful murals inside the ordination hall, which depict the 13 chapters of the Vessantara Jataka. These murals were painted by Mr. Rigoli, an Italian artist, using a new technique introduced during the reign of King Rama V. The main Buddha image in the ordination hall is Phra Sumpunnee, and the hall is open for worship every day during two time slots: 8:30 - 10:30 AM and 1:00 - 4:00 PM. The pagoda features Mahayana-style stone Buddha images on all four sides. Additionally, the temple boasts a beautiful sermon hall in the Rattanakosin style, the King Mongkut's residence, the Queen Mother's residence, and the Four Seasons residence. The temple is very peaceful, shaded by large and small trees, with a cool breeze blowing from the Chao Phraya River. Temple opening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location: 3 Samsen Road, Wachiraphayaban Subdistrict, Dusit District, Bangkok 10300 📌 https://maps.app.goo.gl/vs4t78DJoDXDDqoN7