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Suan Pakkad Palace Museum vs Wat Phra Chetuphon
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum and Temple of the Reclining Buddha are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Suan Pakkad Palace Museum scores significantly higher than Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Suan Pakkad Palace Museum is ranked #3 in Bangkok with praise from 6 publications like Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
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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Wat Phra Chetuphon
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Concierge
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2 Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Fodor's
"The city's largest wat has what is perhaps the most unusual representation of the Buddha in Bangkok."
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Concierge
"Just south of the Grand Palace complex near the Tha Chang pier, this temple, which was also Thailand's first public education center, was originally built by King Rama I in the 18th century."
Time Out
"This vast, mellow temple rewards wandering, despite some touristy aspects."
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The Telegraph
"Bangkok’s best known and most important royal temple is home to an incredible 150ft-long reclining golden Buddha...Wat Pho, also houses the largest collection of Buddha images in the country"
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"You'll find (slightly) fewer tourists here than at Wat Phra Kaew, but Wat Pho is our personal fave among Bangkok's biggest temples."
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