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Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) vs Royal Barges National Museum
Both Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Royal Barges National Museum are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Temple of the Emerald Buddha is the choice of most writers compared to Royal Barges National Museum. Temple of the Emerald Buddha comes in at #4 in Bangkok with recommendations from 6 publications including Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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.
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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