Nakhon Pathom: Home to the World's Largest Buddhist Monument and Sanam Chandra Palace
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Bangkok
Discover the wonders of Nakhon Pathom, home to the world's largest Buddhist monument and the enchanting Sanam Chandra Palace. Immerse yourself in Thai culture and explore the impressive Thai Human Imagery Museum and the vibrant Thai Village Cultural Show.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bangkok - 8:00am - Pick up from Bangkok City Hotel or meeting point \n\nTransfer to Nakhon Pathom city, about 56 kilometres from Bangkok\n- Sanam Chandra Palace - Sanam Chandra Palace\n\nThis palace, located 2 kms. west of Phra Pathom Chedi, was constructed by the command of King Rama VI in the year 1907 when he was the Crown Prince. The compound occupies an area of 355 acres and houses a group of throne halls and pavilions with an elegant and unusual mixture of classical French, English Tudor and traditional Thai architecture. Most buildings are now used as government offices. The two buildings opened as attractions are Phra Tamnak Chali Mongkhon At, a Western style building with a statue of Ya-Le - the king’s pet dog and Phra Tamnak Mari Ratchabanlang where King Rama VI’s personal utensils, royal photographs, and writings are exhibited. Nearby a Thai-style house called Tamnak Thap Khwan once served as King Rama VI’s temporary residence.\n- Phutthamonthon - Buddhamonthon \n\nThis is an important religious site built by the government and the people to commemorate the 2500th year of the existence of the Buddha. Accessible by Puttha-Monthon lV Road, it occupies a large area with beautiful landscape and contains many interesting structures. A huge standing Buddha image cast in bronze gold measuring 15.8 metres marks the centre of the area. It is surrounded by Four commemorative sites concerning Lord Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, the first preaching sermon, and Nirvana. Other interesting places include a Buddhist museum, a hall keeping marble Pali canon and meditation halls.\n- Human Imagery Museum - Thai Human Imagery Museum\n\nThe museum houses life-like sculptures created by a group of Thai artists. These breathtaking human figures with various characteristics and the replicas of important people are displayed in many sections such as the Great Buddhist Monks, Former Kings of Chakri Dynasty, and One Side of Thai Life.\n- Wat Phra Pathom Chedi - Phra Pathom Chedi\n\nOn coming toward the city, the first glimpse of the towering Phra Pathom Chedi is overpowering. lt is one of the largest pagodas in the world and in Thailand, by far the most holy of all Buddhist structures. The original pagoda was constructed more than 2,000 years ago in the stupa design of an upside down bowl shape.\n- Sam Phran - Visit Sampran Riverside (formerly Rose Garden) - Thai Village & Cultural Show\n\nThe Thai Village provides a natural and perfect backdrop for the Thai Village Cultural Show. Visitors and guests are presented with a rare opportunity to witness and experience Thai ways in a natural setting. For nature lovers, you are free at leisure to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Botanical Gardens admiring the impressive diversity of native tropical flora and fauna.\n\nEnjoy the unique and unforgettable experience of the world-renowned Thai Village Cultural Show, featuring an impressive cast of 150 performers, portrays captivating scenes of everyday life in rural Thailand and ‘Thai ways’ and offers a vivid introduction to: Thai living, the ‘cycle of life’, time-honoured customs and traditions in an agricultural community in Thailand; the Thai passion for festive fun or ‘sanuk’ and Thai ‘joie de vivre’ - the celebration of a good life and good times, as expressed in the folk songs and dance of the four regions of Thailand.\n\n16:00 hrs Depart from Sampran Riverside (formerly Rose Garden) to Bangkok.
What's Included
- All admission fees included as per program
- Guidance from an English-speaking licensed guide
- Travel comfortably in air-conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers
What's Not Included
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver
Additional Information
Nakhon Pathom, an ancient city, is the location of the world’s biggest Buddhist monument. Explore the world’s largest pagodas, peruse the Thai Human Imagery Museum and the Palace, and be captivated by the internationally acclaimed Thai Village Cultural Show at Sampran Riverside (previously known as Rose Garden)
- Sanam Chandra Palace, a diminutive structure akin to a castle
- Marvel at the impressive variety of indigenous tropical plants and wildlife
- Your first view of the monumental Phra Pathom Chedi is overwhelming
- A significant sacred place developed by the government and the locals
- The museum showcases realistic sculptures crafted by a collection of Thai artists
- We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
Location
Bangkok
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cream644101075
Oct 24, 2021
1 Day in nakron pathom - Temple in Nakhon Pathom Province It's a really nice tip, I visited it with a friend. It's very beautiful here. There are many things to eat for tourists to buy.
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