10 Temples I visited while in Thailand

Ancient history and culture are my passions, especially when traveling. During my journeys through Thailand this year, I had the privilege of visiting 10 remarkable temples, each with its own unique story. I’ve documented these experiences in galleries on my photography website.

Bangkok

Golden mount temple (Wat Saket)

A historic temple offering panoramic views of Bangkok from its golden chedi at the top of a hill.

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Wat Pho

Famous for housing the massive Reclining Buddha.

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Grand Palace

The former official residence of Thai kings since 1782, featuring spectacular architecture and the infamous Emerald Buddha.

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Chiang Mai

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Home to the revered Phra Singh Buddha image and exemplary Lanna architecture.

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Wat Chiang Man temple

The oldest temple in Chiang Mai, known for its ancient Buddha images and beautiful chedi.

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Wat prah singh temple

Home to the revered Phra Singh Buddha image and exemplary Lanna architecture.

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Wat Lok Moli temple

Notable for its massive brick chedi and impressive wooden architecture.

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Wat Chedi Luang temple

Once home to the Emerald Buddha, featuring a partially restored massive chedi.

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Chiang Rai

White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)

A contemporary, unconventional temple known for its striking white architecture.

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Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten)

A newer temple showcasing vibrant blue colours and contemporary Buddhist art.

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Great wall of china mutianyu section

One of the highlights of the month of April was seeing the Great Wall of China. Few things in life truly take your breath away when seen in person, but the Great Wall is one of them. The incredible architectural structure and sheer magnitude of the wall made this a truly memorable bucket list experience.

I captured several photographs during my visit. Below, you’ll find a gallery showcasing some of the images from the Great Wall of China.

Great wall of china mutianyu

Montserrat Monastery Black Madonna

I recently explored the monastery in Montserrat, Spain, perched atop a mountain. This World Heritage site houses the renowned Black Madonna statue, believed to have been carved in Jerusalem during Christianity’s early days. Many pilgrims visit the monastery, drawn by the belief that touching the Black Madonna statue bestows safety, healing, and guidance.

The monastery offers a unique location for exploration. It features an excellent hiking trail that allows visitors to climb and view the monastery from above.

It features a small market selling locally produced honey and cheese. You can also find great souvenirs just outside the monastery grounds.