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Wat Phra Chetuphon vs The Grand Palace
Both Temple of the Reclining Buddha and The Grand Palace are recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Grand Palace is preferred by most writers compared to Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The Grand Palace scores 88 with accolades from 6 sources such as Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Wat Phra Chetuphon
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Concierge
Time Out
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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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The Grand Palace
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
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Na Phra Lan Rd, Maharaj Pier, next to Wat Phra Kaeo Temple Complex, Bangkok, Thailand
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Travel + Leisure
"Located on the Chao Phraya River, the gold-spired Grand Palace is one of Thailand’s most important sacred sites."
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Time Out
"Bangkok's paramount must-see sight is this architectural and spiritual treasure, which is twice as dazzling if you see it on a sunny day."
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Fodor's
"This is Thailand's most revered spot and one of its most visited."
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Proper attire (no flip-flops, shorts, or bare shoulders or midriffs) is required
Afar Magazine
"No trip to Bangkok is complete without a visit to the Grand Palace, which sits smack in the middle of the city, while resting elegantly on the banks of the Chao Phraya River."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The former royal residence of the kings of Siam... the Grand Palace now hosts official ceremonies."
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In addition to Chakri Mahaprasat palace, where the king lived, don't miss Aphon Phimok Prasat, a beautifully proportioned wooden pavilion, and Dusit Mahat Prasat, built in 1789, recognisable by its gilded spire.
