Erawan Shrine
The most famous Shrine of Bangkok
Category

Sightseeing

Est. Duration

0-30m

Age requirement

All ages

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Erawan Shrine is one of the most popular Hindu shrines in downtown Bangkok. It's in front of Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel, at the corner of Ploenchit and Ratchadamri Road. Throughout the day (and night), you'll often see crowds paying their respects, presenting flowers and incense sticks to a gold sculpture of the 4-faced Brahma God, Than Tao Mahaprom. Streams of people from around the world make ceremonial offering as of incense sticks, floral garlands, fruits, and teakwood elephants. Judging from the crowds of believers, it seems that Erawan Shrine has granted many wishes throughout the years. Cash contributions are managed by a foundation that regularly distributes funds to charitable organizations and provides equipment for hospitals in Thailand's many provinces. Erawan Shrine hosts graceful Thai classical dance performances several times a day, as well as lively lion dances on special occasions. The BTS skywalk just in front of the shrine is also a good vantage point for the crazy traffic. And opposite the shrine is Central World where you can find countless options for shopping and restaurants. It's also a great place to celebrate Songkran (thai new year) and play with water every year.

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