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Suan Pakkad Palace Museum vs Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum and Temple of the Emerald Buddha are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Suan Pakkad Palace Museum ranks marginally higher than Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Suan Pakkad Palace Museum comes in at #3 in Bangkok with praise from 6 reviewers including Time Out, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
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352 - 354 Sri Ayudhya Rd, Rajathevi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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Fodor's
"A collection of antique teak houses, built high on columns, complement undulating lawns and shimmering lotus pools at this compound."
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Time Out
"This delightful museum exhibits artefacts including Khmer Buddha statues, monks' fans, betel nut sets, shells and prehistoric Baan Chiang pottery."
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Travel + Leisure
"Formally a royal residence, this group of traditional Thai homes holds one of the finest art collections in Bangkok."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Surrounded by the city's modern buildings, this palace is a true haven of peace and tranquillity in a noisy and frenetic district."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Before you leave, check out the paintings inside the gorgeous Lacquer Pavilion, located at the far end of the palace. A stroll through the gardens is worth it, too."
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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.
