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Now that your problem of getting in is solved, let me tell you that as soon as you step in Thailand you will find things of beauty and factors of interest in every nook and corner. From open flee markets to world’s biggest brands, from road side junk foods to the most exquisite cuisines, Thailand has it all. Also from beaches to temples, Thailand is also bestowed with numberless wonders of nature and master pieces of human endeavors. Although, going to Far East is often seen as a beach Holiday only. Many people, who visit Thailand, do not bother going or even thinking of any thing but the Beach. However, if you are one of those who have a heart for culture, tradition and history, Thailand has a lot more to offer in addition to a perfect beach holiday.

The Temple “Wat Phra Kaew” is the most famous one out of 430 temples in Bangkok. For many years this Temple represented the concept of “Perfect Beauty” or in other words, Thai version of “Japanese Garden”. It is a place of serenity, beauty, perfection, meditation and harmony. The word “Wat” signifies a temple in Thai language. Although, the word “Wat” is being conveniently translated as “Temple” in our language, however it carries more meaning and essence that can only be felt while beholding the Wat Phra Kaew. Wat Phra Kaew, the Royal Temple within the Palace, is the most important and most impressive among the rest. Located in the historic centre of Bangkok within the grounds of the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew is also regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

The construction of the temple started when King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok in 1785. Unlike other temples it does not contain living quarters for monks; rather, it has only the highly decorated holy buildings, statues, and pagodas. The main building is the central “ubosoth”, which houses the Emerald Buddha. There are three main doors used to enter the temple, however only the King and Queen are allowed to enter through the center door. The wall that surrounds the temple area is a plain white wall from the outside; however the inside is adroitly painted with scenes from the Thai version of the Ramayana mythology, the Ramakian. Several statues in the temple area resemble figures from this story, most notably the giants (yak), five-meter high statues. Also originating from the Ramayana are the monkey kings and giants which surround the golden chedis. The Temple also contains a model of Angkor Wat, added by King Nangklao, as the Khmer empire of Cambodia and the Thais share cultural and religious roots.

Despite the hot weather most of the year in Bangkok, It is obligatory for men to wear long trousers to enter the Wat. The facility offers the rental of proper trousers for males, and long skirts for females. Like most mosques, churches and tombs, when one walks into this temple one should take off one’s shoes as a sign of respect to the Buddha. It is much more than just a place of worship. Buddhism requires all male believers to spend some time in their life as a monk. So, a Thai temple is much more than just a monastery. It influences life, culture and education and the Wat is very much a community center. In Bangkok it is also a place of silence where you can hide from the stress and traffic outside the Wat.