Wat Bang Kacha วัดใหม่บางกะจะ also known as Wat Mai or the new temple is located to the south of the main island of Ayutthaya. The monastery is strategically situated on the
confluence of the Chao Phraya River and the Pasak River, just opposite the Phet Fortress and the old harbor. Wat Nang Kui is situated on its northwestern side. To the east, on the opposite side of the river stands Wat Phanan Choeng.
The original name was Wat Bang Kacha but the temple was dilapidated and was rebuilt, hence
the name the New Monastery or Wat Mai.
In situ is a classic temple consisting of an
ordination hall (ubosot), a large chedi and a vihara. The large chedi belongs to the vihara.
The ubosot, built in Early Ayutthaya style (1351 - 1488 AD), stands in a strange north-south axis, rather unusual as monastic buildings are almost always built on an east-west axis, while the main Buddha image is looking into the direction of the rising sun.
Kacha village is mentioned in the Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya. In 1549, after King
Chakkraphat assumed the throne of Ayutthaya during an unstable period for the kingdom. Burma seeing its chance to conquer the Siamese city state, attacked Ayutthaya. Patani,
being a vassal state, sent down a naval force in assistance of Ayutthaya. The chronicles
mention that the Patani fleet anchored in front of the Bang Kacha Monastery.
The temple has a lot of history but unfortunately most of it is lost due to the destruction of the city by the Burmese it’s still worth a short visit if you are in the area.
Wat Bang Kacha
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Wat Suan Phlu (วัดสวนพลู) is a serene Buddhist temple located in the Bang Rak district of Bangkok, Thailand, near Charoen Krung Road and close to Saphan Taksin BTS station and the Shangri-La Hotel.
The temple was established around 1797 AD (พ.ศ. 2340) during the early Rattanakosin period. It was originally named Wat Khlong Lom (วัดคลองล้อม), due to a large canal (Khlong Silom) that once surrounded it, wide enough for Chinese merchant boats to turn around. The name later changed to Wat Suan Phlu, meaning “betel garden temple,” reflecting the betel nut plantations grown by Chinese immigrants in the area during the early Bangkok era—betel chewing was popular for strengthening teeth and facial beauty.
It received its wisungkhamasima (consecrated boundary) in 1848 AD (พ.ศ. 2391). Note that some sources confuse it with older Ayutthaya-era temples sharing similar names, but this Wat Suan Phlu dates to the late 18th century.
This small, peaceful community...
For decades, Trok Mor morning market has been going strong right under the noses of travellers in the historic Rattanakosin district. For most travelers they never get a chance to explore some of the narrow sois (streets) in Thailand. If you adventure out you get to see scenes like this being played out everyday, at all times of the day as well, in Bangkok.
The market along Trok Mor (aka Soi Thesa) quietly takes place every morning within easy walking distance of Bangkok’s biggest tourist attractions. Many of the vendors have spent a lifetime here.
Trok Mor looks and feels like it was frozen in a time before glossy highrises and shopping malls came to define much of Bangkok.
You are near Khao San Road but free of the hustle of people trying to sell you a tour or something you are not interested in. Prices seem 15 years behind the rest of the city as well as free from the oppressive atmosphere you find in more touristy places.
Trok Mor Morning Market - Soi Thesa - Bangkok Thailand ...
Gurdwara Siri Guru Singh Sabha Sikh Temple is the 2nd largest Sikh temple outside of India. It’s located in the “old town” of Bangkok in what is known as Little India.
The gold dome of the temple stands out and is difficult to miss. The entrance is a bit more hidden but it is close to the Pahurat Market. This market sells colorful textiles on the streets as well as a 4 story mall near the temple. The temple is open to the public everyday and closes at 10:00 am.
The temple is well worth a visit if you are in the area and is a nice addition to a holiday especially if you’ve already done a few Thai temple tours. From the 6th story of the temple you can see some nice views of the area and see up into nearby Chinatown.
This construction has some historical and cultural value in that it actually dates back to 1932 and is the second largest Sikh temple outside of India.
The temple has something of a reputation for being welcoming, a fact made obvious by the daily buffet of vegetarian food ...
