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Wat Phra Kaew (Grand Palace)

Bangkok, Thailand

About Wat Phra Kaew (Grand Palace)

Thailand's most sacred site - the Grand Palace complex contains Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), whose tiny jade Buddha has presided over the Thai kingdom since 1784. Cover shoulders and knees; the complex is massive and easily fills a half-day.

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📍Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

📞+66 2 623 5500

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Mid-range ($$).

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