Dusit Park vs Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Both are recommended by professionals. Overall, Temple of the Emerald Buddha ranks significantly better than Dusit Park. Temple of the Emerald Buddha scores 88 with approval from 6 publications such as Concierge, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Dusit Park
Dusit Zoo, Bangkok, Thailand
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Time Out
"This canal-laced royal estate explains court life through museums in fretworked 'tropical European' style mansions, most famously Wang Vimanmek."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The centre of political power in Thailand, Dusit is now home to most of the country's ministries and administrative offices."
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The Telegraph
"This park contains various palaces and museums, including the attractive Vimanmek Teak Mansion...the world’s largest teak building, apparently, containing a vast collection of royal antiques."
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
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Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Rajawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
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Fodor's
"No single structure within the Grand Palace elicits such awe as this, the most sacred temple in the kingdom."
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Concierge
"One of Thailand's most impressive sights: 54 acres featuring a collection of palatial buildings, golden stupas, sculpted nine-foot demons, and richly ornamented wats (temples)."
Frommer's
"The number one destination in Bangkok is also one of the most imposing and visually fascinating."
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Travel + Leisure
"Wat Phra Kaew, more commonly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is widely regarded as Thailand’s most sacred site."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The royal chapel (ubosot) serves as a backdrop to one of the most sacred objects in Thailand, the Emerald Buddha."
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Walk right around the temple to admire the Ramakien gallery, which is adorned with remarkable painted murals.