The temple itself dates back to the late 1700s, built under Rama I. Unlike the majority of temples in Thailand, Wat Phra Kaew does not house monks. Because it’s such a significant wat for Thais, the ...

A religious ceremony was held at Wat Phra Sri Ratana Sasadaram (Wat Phra Kaew) on Wednesday to replace a pair of 261-year-old mother-of-pearl inlaid door panels, which need restoration work. A new set ...

Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the most sacred religious structure in Thailand. Located in the heart of Bangkok, near the royal palace, the lavish complex has more than 100 ...

Motorcycle racers drew a barrage of criticism on social media after a video was posted showing them doing wheelies on the road around the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, or Wat Phra Kaew, and the Grand ...

It is easy to admire the iconic grandeur of the Grand Palace, which stands as a historic landmark at the heart of modern Bangkok. The palace was built in 1782 during the reign of King Rama I, when the ...