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Wat Suthat vs Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)

Both Wat Suthat and Erawan Shrine are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Wat Suthat scores slightly better than Erawan Shrine. Wat Suthat comes in at #6 in Bangkok with endorsements from 4 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Wat Suthat
Wat Suthat
8 / 10
Bamrung Mueang Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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    Fodor's Fodor's
    "Wat Suthat is known for the 19th-century murals in the main chapel, but the numerous statues around the spacious tiled grounds are quite striking, too."
    Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
    "One of Bangkok's most serene temples, a 26-foot-high Buddha sits snugly within Bangkok's tallest vihara, or assembly hall, surrounded by murals that depict his life." Full review
    Time Out Time Out
    "Looming behind the Giant Swing, Bangkok's tallest vihaan houses the awe-inducing 8m (26ft) Phra Sri Sakyamuni Buddha." Full review
    Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
    3 Stars
    "The 19C Wat Sathut houses the largest wihan (main chapel) in the Thai capital, which is home to an imposing 8m-high gilded bronze Buddha." Full review
    Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
    "It is Thailand's biggest wi-hahn (main chapel) and its Buddha image is the country's largest surviving Sukhothai-period bronze, cast in the former capital in the 14th century. " Full review
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    Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
    Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
    8 / 10
    494 Rajdamri Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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      Frommer's Frommer's
      "The Erawan Shrine is not old, but it is an interesting testament to the belief in spirits, in Thai society." Full review
      Time Out Time Out
      "Thais seamlessly fuse modernity with spirit beliefs. This ability is encapsulated at the frenetic, smoky Hindu shrine to Brahma." Full review
      Fodor's Fodor's
      "The mix of burning incense, dancers in traditional dress, and many people praying is a memorable sight." Full review
      Condé Nast Traveler 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." Full review
      Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
      "A shrine built to combat the bad karma of a commercial venture. " Full review
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