Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
Wat Pho—the Temple of the Reclining Buddha—is Bangkok's oldest and largest temple complex. The famous Buddha statue 46 meters long, covered in gold, and the traditional Thai massage school make this place a unique combination of spirituality and healing.
Temple History
The temple was founded in the 16th century, long before Bangkok's establishment. Under King Rama I, it was expanded and became a royal temple. Rama III transformed Wat Pho into Thailand's first public university, placing stone tablets with knowledge on medicine, astrology, and literature throughout the grounds.
