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Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) vs Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Temple of the Golden Buddha are both rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Temple of the Emerald Buddha is preferred by most reviewers compared to Temple of the Golden Buddha. Temple of the Emerald Buddha ranks #4 in Bangkok with endorsements from 6 publications such as Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Concierge.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
8 / 10
Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Rajawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
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Fodor's Fodor's
"No single structure within the Grand Palace elicits such awe as this, the most sacred temple in the kingdom." Full review
Concierge 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 Frommer's
"The number one destination in Bangkok is also one of the most imposing and visually fascinating." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Wat Phra Kaew, more commonly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is widely regarded as Thailand’s most sacred site." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The royal chapel (ubosot) serves as a backdrop to one of the most sacred objects in Thailand, the Emerald Buddha." Full review
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Walk right around the temple to admire the Ramakien gallery, which is adorned with remarkable painted murals.
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Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
8 / 10
661 Chaoren Krung Road, Talad Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The actual temple has little architectural merit, but off to its side is a small chapel containing the world's largest solid-gold Buddha, cast about nine centuries ago in the Sukhothai style." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Wat Traimit, thought to date from the 13th century, would hardly rate a second glance if not for its astonishing Buddha image." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"At the top of Wat Traimit Wittayarama, the Royal Temple in Bangkok that houses the Golden Buddha, is a series of bells that can be rung for good luck." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Before heading to Chinatown, make a 30-minute stop at Wat Traimit to see the Golden Buddha." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
"Wat Traimit contains a 10ft-tall solid gold Buddha. Pahurat, to the south-east of Chinatown, is Bangkok’s lively Indian community. " Full review