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Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine) vs Royal Barges National Museum
Both Royal Barges National Museum and Erawan Shrine are rated highly by professionals. Overall, Royal Barges National Museum is the choice of most reviewers compared to Erawan Shrine. Royal Barges National Museum is ranked #12 in Bangkok with positive reviews from 5 sources such as Lonely Planet, Time Out and Fodor's.
Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
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494 Rajdamri Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Frommer's
"The Erawan Shrine is not old, but it is an interesting testament to the belief in spirits, in Thai society."
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Time Out
"Thais seamlessly fuse modernity with spirit beliefs. This ability is encapsulated at the frenetic, smoky Hindu shrine to Brahma."
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Fodor's
"The mix of burning incense, dancers in traditional dress, and many people praying is a memorable sight."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the most famous shrines in all of Thailand—and a place where your prayers are most likely to be heard."
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Atlas Obscura
"A shrine built to combat the bad karma of a commercial venture. "
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Royal Barges National Museum
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Soi Arun Amarin 24, Bangkok Noi, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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Fodor's
"These splendid ceremonial barges are berthed on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River."
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Frommer's
"If you've hired a longtail boat on the Chao Phraya, stop by this unique museum housing the sumptuous royal barges."
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Time Out
"The museum is easiest to reach by boat or canal tour, given the badly signed trudge from the road via alleys."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Royal barges are very rarely seen in procession on the River Chao Phraya nowadays."
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Afar Magazine
"Once used daily by the Thai royal family to get around their realm, the fleet of royal barges are now used only for grand ceremonies."
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