Wat Ratchanatdaram (Loha Prasat)
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Home to the world's only surviving 'iron palace'-style pagoda, with 37 golden spires stacked in tiers, and you can climb to the top for a view of Wat Saket.
The temple was built in 1846 by King Rama III for his granddaughter. Its core structure, Loha Prasat, stands about 36 metres tall and has 37 metal spires symbolising the 37 factors of enlightenment. Inside, the corridors form a maze, and stairs lead up to the top, where you can look out over Wat Saket and the Democracy Monument. Entry to the temple is free, though a small donation may be requested for the top floor, and there is an amulet market beside it. The temple is on Ratchadamnoen Klang Avenue, across the street from Wat Saket, a 5-minute walk away.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Saket (Golden Mount)
- Wat Suthat & Giant Swing
- Khao San Road
- Wat Pho
- Bangkok National Museum
- Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew
- Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market)
- Museum Siam