[2025 Bangkok Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan (Updated Jan)

Wat Rakhang Khositaram Worawihan (Wat Rakhang) An ancient temple from the Ayutthaya period, located in Siriraj Subdistrict, Bang Khun Non District, Bangkok. It was originally named Wat Bang Wa Yai (or Bang Wa Yai), which was renamed “Wat Rakhang Khositaram” in the current reign. There are two places to pay homage and ask for blessings from “Luang Pu To”: 🔸The area where you can pay homage and ask for blessings from the Buddha in front, and 🔸Phra Wihan Somdej Phra Phutthacharya To, which is where the statues of the three royal monks of this temple are enshrined: *Somdej Phra Phutthacharya (To Phrommarangsi) “Somdej To” *Somdej Phra Phutthacharya (M.C. That Seriwong) “Somdej Pilan” *Somdej Phra Phutthakhosacharya (M.R.W. Charoen Isarangkun) Both places clearly display the sacred chanting of Luang Pu To’s Chinnabanchon mantra, so that those who have faith in Luang Pu To can understand. I have prayed for success in what I have intended. Luang Por Yim Rap Fa is enshrined in the main Buddha image, an important sacred object of Wat Rakhang. It is praised for its beauty. In front of the Buddha image are the statues of 3 disciples, sitting with their hands together as if receiving a sermon from the Buddha. Inside the temple are important sacred objects, places, and ancient sites of the temple, including: * Phra Wihan Somdej Phra Phutthacharya To (Somdej To, Somdej Pilan, Somdej Phra Phutthakhosachan) * Phra Ubosot (Luang Por Yim Rap Fa) * Phra Wihan (old Phra Wihan) * Phra Wihan Somdej Phra Sangkharat (Sri) * Bell Tower * Tripitaka Hall (during the reign of King Rama I) * Three Pagodas * Wat Rakhang Khositaram Museum (a building in honor of His Majesty the King by the river) under construction. How to get to Wat Rakhang: There are 2 routes: by car and by boat. ⛴ Ann chose to take a ferry from Tha Chang Pier to Wat Rakhang. It felt like a tourist, sitting and enjoying the breeze and the view along the Chao Phraya River. In the area of ​​Wat Rakhang, there is also Wang Lang Market where we can taste delicious food and shop for many products. There are shops, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and classic houses where we can take beautiful pictures. If you go there, you will be happy, full of merit, and full of stomach. 🟠 Wat Rakhang Khositaram Worawihan (Wat Rakhang) Located on Arun Amarin Road, Siriraj Subdistrict, Bang Khun Non District, Bangkok •Open daily: 08.00-18.00 hrs. •Entrance: Free #AnnieTakesYouToEatAndTravel #VisitTemples #ReviewTemples #ThaiTemples #BeautifulTemples #PlacesToEat #PlacesToVisit #Accommodation #Bangkok

The temple name is Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan We walked there from the Wang Lang Market and had some great food on the way,, some Pad Thai in a small shop The temple is small but beautiful, it is quiet and no tourist but a lot of locals, many events are hokded there so it can get crowded some times for a short time so just skip it if it's too many people, also it might not be super respectful to be in between a ceremony as a tourist. Specially recommended if you're around the area 📍 250 Arun Amarin Rd, Siri Rat, Bangkok Noi, Bangkok 10700, Thailand Thank you for reading this, hope to see you on the road #SpooktacularTrip #tripblazers #Thailand #temple #fallingforfall #bangkok #bkk #本地遊 #urban #urbanexplorer

Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan Beautiful temples along the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok Our journey today is to take a ferry at Tha Chang to cross the ferry to Wat Rakhang Pier. Or anyone can take the Chao Phraya Express Boat At the pier, we will see a lot of people feeding fish and pigeons. Okay, let's go inside. Inside Wat Rakhang, there is a beautiful chapel. It is the style of King Rama I, enshrined Luang Por Yim Rab Fah as the principal Buddha image. It is a bronze Buddha image in meditation. This principal Buddha image was regarded as very beautiful. In addition, inside the chapel, there are mural paintings with various stories of the Buddha. It is a painting that has been regarded as very beautiful craftsmanship.

This temple is an old temple built during the Ayutthaya period. Originally named Wat Bang Wa Yai, during the Thonburi period, King Taksin of Thonburi built a palace near Wat Bang Wa Yai and elevated it to a royal temple and the residence of the Supreme Patriarch. During the Rattanakosin period, under the reign of King Rama I, Wat Bang Wa Yai was under the patronage of the royal family of Wang Lang, specifically Princess Thepsuthavadi (Sa), the elder sister of King Rama I and the mother of the Prince of Boworn Sathan Phimuk. She had a residence next to the temple and, together with King Rama I, restored the temple. During the restoration, a bell was discovered, which was moved to Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram, and five replacement bells were made for Wat Bang Wa Yai. The temple was then renamed 'Wat Rakhang Khositaram' to commemorate the discovery of the bell and to revive the tradition from the Ayutthaya period when there was also a temple named Wat Rakhang. During the reign of King Mongkut (Rama IV), the temple's name was changed to 'Wat Ratchakhandiyaram' (Khandi means bell), but this name was not popularly used, and it continued to be called Wat Rakhang.

From Wat Phra Kaew, we take a boat to Wat Rakang Kositaram. Here, you can buy tickets for a boat tour to visit temples along the Chao Phraya River. There are various options and prices to choose from, depending on your budget and available time. Once you purchase the ticket, make sure to keep it safe as you will need it to board and disembark the boat throughout the trip. We bought a ticket for three temples: Wat Rakang (starting point), Wat Arun Ratchawararam, and Wat Chana Songkhram.

Wat Rakhang in Bangkok stands quietly in a bustling corner of the city, like an oasis of tranquility away from the noise. Upon entering the temple, the first thing that catches your eye is the majestic stupa, shining golden and complementing the blue sky. The exquisite reliefs around tell Buddhist stories, seemingly imbued with profound wisdom and historical significance in every detail. The spacious main hall of the temple is solemn and dignified, filled with flowers and candles offered by devotees in front of the Buddha statue. The air is filled with the subtle fragrance of sandalwood. I quietly knelt, hands clasped together, feeling an indescribable peace and tranquility within. Looking up at the Buddha statue, its serene expression seemed to tell me that the wisdom of life comes from inner peace and tolerance. Strolling through the temple courtyard, sunlight filters through the lush trees, and the faint sound of chanting can be heard. This temple is not just a building but a place to purify the soul. As I bid farewell, I left with a heart full of emotion and blessings, looking forward to experiencing this majesty and serenity again.

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck Somdej Phra Buddhacarya (To Brahmaramsi) .. or popularly known as "Somdej To", "Luang Pu To" or "Somdej Wat Rakhang" is a Mahanikaya monk. He is an important and highly respected monk in Thailand. .. Somdej To used to be the abbot of Wat Rakhang Khositaram Worawihan during the reign of King Rama IV-V. .. Traveling to Wat Rakhang to pay homage to Somdej To is convenient by both public bus and ferry. #Wat Rakhang Khositaram #VisitBangkok

Wat Rakhang Khositaram Woramahawihan .. Located in Siriraj Subdistrict, Bangkok Noi District, Bangkok .. An ancient temple built during the Ayutthaya period, originally named Wat Bang Wa Yai .. During the reign of King Rama I, a bell was discovered during the temple's restoration. The king ordered the bell to be moved to Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram and replaced it with five new bells for Wat Bang Wa Yai. The temple was then renamed 'Wat Rakhang Khositaram' .. Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phrommarangsi), also known as 'Somdet To' or 'Luang Pho To', was a revered monk known for his profound knowledge of the Tripitaka and his expertise in Vipassana meditation .. Easily accessible by boat and public transport, not far from Siriraj Hospital

Wat Rakhang Kositaram has been around since the Ayutthaya period. Originally, it was called Wat Bang Wa Yai. Later, King Taksin the Great elevated it to a royal temple. When an ancient bell was unearthed within the temple grounds during the reign of King Rama I, it was renamed Wat Rakhang (Bell Temple). Inside Wat Rakhang, there is a beautiful main chapel in the style of King Rama I, housing the principal Buddha image, Luang Pho Yim Rap Fa, a bronze Buddha statue in a meditative posture. This principal Buddha image is highly revered for its beauty. During the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), he once visited to present the Kathin robes and remarked, 'No temple is like Wat Rakhang. As soon as you enter the chapel, the principal Buddha image smiles at the sky every time.' This is the origin of the name of the principal Buddha image. Another significant structure in Wat Rakhang is the temple's prang (Khmer-style tower).

#bangkoktrip Address: 250 Arun Amarin Road, Siriraj Subdistrict, Bangkok Noi District, Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭 Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan is an ancient temple built since the Thonburi period. It was originally called Wat Bang Wa Yai. in the region of King Rama IV, the name was changed to Wat Rakhang Khositaram as it is today. inside the temple, there are sacred objects, places, and important historical sites of the temple, including: Phra Wihan Somdej Phra Phutthachan To, the bell tower, the ordination hall (Luang Pho Yim Rap Fa,) which has beautiful murals, and others. stop by to ask for blessings and ring the bell for good luck in life and family. #temple #bangkok #thailand

Wat Rakang Kositaram Woramahawihan is located in Siriraj Subdistrict, Bangkok Noi District, Bangkok. It is a beautiful and ancient temple in Bangkok. Moreover, Thai people believe that praying at Wat Rakang will bring admiration and everlasting fame. When mentioning Wat Rakang Kositaram, one must think of Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phrommarangsi), a highly respected monk in Thailand. He once served as the abbot of Wat Rakang Kositaram Woramahawihan during the reigns of King Rama IV and V.

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Today, we will take you to pay homage to Somdej Phra Buddhacarya (To Phrommarangsi) at Wat Rakhang and chant the Chinnabanchorn mantra to bring good fortune to your life. There are many sacred things here. And when you come here, one thing that you can’t miss is that after making merit, worshiping the Buddha, and walking around the temple, you must ring the bell around the Ubosot and the Vihara. It can be said that it is a tradition that has been passed down for generations that if you come to make merit at Wat Rakhang, you must ring the bell inside the temple. Then, you will be famous and spread like the sound of the bell.

Today we will take everyone to take a boat to see the Chao Phraya River and worship at Wat Rakhang. 📍Travel Start by taking an orange flag express boat from Sathorn Pier, which is connected to BTS Saphan Taksin. The price is 16 baht per person. 📍Get off at Wang Lang Pier. Walk through Wang Lang Alley to find something to eat. There will be a small alley from Wang Lang connecting to the way to Wat Rakhang. It's very close. It's very convenient to travel. 📍Inside the temple, there is a place to worship the Buddha/Dhamma/Sangha. There is a Chinnabanchon mantra for us to chant. It's very good. If you come early, you can scoop holy water to worship for free for good luck. 😊 📍In front of the temple on the riverside, there is a very large statue of Somdej Phra Buddhacarya To Phromrangsi for us to worship. 📍This temple is the temple we visit the most often in Bangkok. If anyone wants to try worshiping, I highly recommend it. 😊 #Wat Rakhang #Wat Luang Pho To #Worship #Worship9Temples #WorshipinBangkok

🙏🙏🙏 Nice n beautiful temple