Golden Buddha Temple

Golden Buddha Temple

Golden Buddha Temple, also known as Golden Buddha Temple, is the name given to the temple by Thai Chinese. It is located in Chinatown to the southwest of Hua LamPhong railway station, near Bangkok railway station. If you take the subway, you can get off at Hua LamPhong station, which is not far from the southwest. It is a famous temple and one of the three national treasures of Thailand. It is said that the temple was built by three Chinese, so it is also called Sanhua temple or Sanyou temple.

The Golden Buddha Temple is famous for offering one of the world's largest golden Buddhas. A Buddha statue of the Tathagata, made of pure gold, weighs 5.5 tons, is nearly 4 meters high, and its knees are more than 3 meters apart. It is a work of art in the Sukhothai era of Thailand and a priceless treasure of Thailand and Buddhism.

Temple legend

The Golden Buddha was discovered more than 700 years ago. It is said that the site of the Buddhist temple was rather desolate, but later the Chinese gradually gathered. They hired a car to carry back a Buddha statue that was thrown on the barren mountain. When carrying, the Buddha statue could be disassembled into nine sections. After several twists and turns, when it arrived at the temple, an iron shell of the Buddha fell, revealing the Golden Buddha statue inside. After all the iron shells were knocked off, the whole body of the Golden Buddha was exposed, so it was famous all over the country, and later it was named Jinfo temple.

According to another legend, the Golden Buddha was built in the Sukhothai Dynasty and later invaded by foreign enemies. In order to prevent the Golden Buddha from being taken away by foreign invaders at that time, patriots covered it with plaster and buried it in the soil for more than 300 years. Later, it was excavated and unearthed. However, because the plaster was not beautiful, it was worshipped in the old temple of pakai on the Mekong River. Later, because the temple site was rebuilt into a warehouse, he accidentally fell when carrying the Golden Buddha, and the plaster fell off, revealing a lifelike Golden Buddha. Therefore, it became a rare treasure, which was transported to Bangkok for worshiping in the temple.

Temple host

The temple is presided over by the Royal "Zhaokun" level. Master Zhaokun nigongmuni (nigongmuni), who once managed a provincial capital of Thailand, is 82 years old and enjoys high reputation in Thailand as "Royal master Zhaokun", "master Qifu Shengyun" and "master Songzi". However, in recent years, he only presided over the rites for the royal family during the song Gan Festival and the new year's farewell ceremony on December 31. He usually chanted Sutras in the main hall and managed the affairs of the temple

Temple Management

The affairs of the Golden Buddha Temple are managed by the abbot, guru Nuni, who is the temple administrator. Monks are arranged to preach and spread the Dharma all over the country on a regular basis and receive regular Royal Dharma activities.

Overview of temples

Thailand was called Siam in ancient times. From the beginning of written records, it has a history of 8-900 years. Culture first originated in northern Thailand.

Watphachumkongka, the Thai name of the temple, was built about 400 years ago. It was originally founded by youluan Paodi. Among them were several famous eminent monks, such as Luan Pao Hao, Luan Pao Gu De, etc.

In the past, there were no schools in some areas of Thailand. Buddhist temples were schools, which taught traditional culture. Buddhist temple is also a temporary hospital, responsible for rescuing the wounded. The social function of temples is very important.

There are primary schools and clinics in the temple, but they are all free services for the people. Due to the reputation of the temple's host, as well as the strong support and selfless donation of the people around the temple, the temple has been constantly renovated and expanded, thus forming such a large-scale and majestic successful temple. The temple is known by the local government as a model temple, and also a tourist destination for Thais and foreigners. In addition, because of the large number of eminent monks in this temple and the very effective Buddha statues, people from all over the world do not hesitate to travel across the ocean and come here to worship and invite Buddha. The Golden Buddha Temple is famous for offering one of the world's largest golden Buddhas. It is glittering, 3 meters high and weighs 5.5 tons. The origin of the Golden Buddha is mysterious. It is worth 250 million US dollars in gold alone. The carved images in the beautiful Sukhothai style can be traced back to the post Sukhothai period.

Golden Buddha Temple is a treasure temple in Thailand. It is one of the three national treasures. It is also the place where the royal family holds the annual New Year praying rituals and is favored by the royal family of Thailand. Because it is said that many believers who prayed for God's son and blessing in Jinfo temple were able to realize their worship of Jinfo, which made more and more people come to fulfill their vows and made their incense so prosperous today. Make it as famous as the famous four side Buddha, and become two places to make a wish in Thailand.

geographical position

Golden Buddha Temple

It is located in the busy Chinatown area southwest of huananpeng railway station, near Bangkok railway station

Natural climate

This area is located in the central and southern part of Indochina Peninsula. It is in the tropics and has high temperature all year round. However, it is close to the sea and has sea breeze all year round. Therefore, even in the hottest season, there is no feeling of intense heat. Moreover, the temperature difference is small, the rainfall is abundant and the dry and rainy seasons are distinct. The weather in Bangkok is divided into three seasons: rainy season from mid May to October, cool season from November to mid February of the next year, and hot season from mid February to mid May. Bangkok has a humid and hot climate, with an average annual temperature of 27.5 ℃ and an annual precipitation of 1500 mm. Temperature: the highest temperature in the whole year is 35 ° C (June); the lowest temperature in the whole year is 11 ° C (January).

Tourist attractions

The Golden Buddha Temple is famous for offering one of the world's largest golden Buddhas. A Buddha statue of the Tathagata, made of pure gold, weighs 5.5 tons, is nearly 4 meters high, and its knees are more than 3 meters apart. It is a work of art in the Sukhothai era of Thailand and a priceless treasure of Thailand and Buddhism.

tourist guide

Ticket information

The 4th floor, Golden Buddha Temple, 40 THB, the 2nd floor, Chinatown History Museum, 100 THB.

Transportation guide

It is located in Chinatown southwest of Hua Lamphone railway station, near Bangkok railway station.

① If you take the subway, you can get off at Hua Lamphone station, which is not far from the southwest.

② If you take air-conditioned bus No.2, No.7, No.11, No.29, No.50, NO.67, NO.119 to huananpeng railway station, you can walk there.

Food information

Traditional Thai food recommendation

Le Lys

Address: 104 Narathiwat SOI 7, Sathorn Road, take BTS and get off at Chong nonsi station.

This is a restaurant with a strong family atmosphere, decorated in the colonial style of Castle style. Thai food is classic and delicious. Acacia Leaf Curry roast pork, special roast fish and fried rice noodles are the three famous dishes here. Other dishes are also good. The price is about 100-200 THB / dish. The restaurant provides good service.

Maha Naga

Address: SOI 29, th Sukhumvit

This is a fashionable Thai restaurant, decoration environment added some popular elements, color collocation more exotic flavor. The dishes also blend Thai and Western flavors. Deep fried prawn rolls with plum sauce and scallops in Thai style are the specialties here. The price is about 500-700 THB / dish.

Royal Dragon

Address: 35-222 moo 4, Bangna that Rd. phrakanon. The restaurant is located in the southeast of Bangkok city and can be reached by bus No.38.

Covering an area of more than 30000 square meters, with a total of 5000 seats, it is the largest restaurant in the world. Because the restaurant is too big, the waiters wear roller skates to deliver food. From time to time, the waiters fall and collide. Business hours: 11:00-23:00 (no rest day).

Thai seafood recommendation

SOMBOON seafood

It's a time-honored seafood restaurant in Bangkok. The price is reasonable and the taste is delicious. Curry crab is the signature dish here, which is almost a must for every guest. Hot and sour shrimp soup can also make friends enjoy it. The seafood shop has five branches, with a per capita consumption of about 250-300 baht. Business hours: 16:00-23:30.

Recommendation of Thai hot pot

MK Thai hot pot

It is the most famous hotpot shop in Thailand. It is very popular because of its delicious taste and reasonable price. There are many branches in Bangkok and almost every department store has them. Tired of heavy taste of sour, hot and sweet Thai food, you can have a rare light taste here. The price is about 300 baht per person.

Restaurant on board

Maeyanang

Take the ancient teak boat to visit the Royal chopaya river of Thailand, appreciate the traditional Thai culture, and enjoy the delicious Thai cuisine buffet. Cost: 1800 THB / person. Business hours: 19:30-21:30.

Tour introduction

There are many people holding cameras at the gate of the Golden Buddha Temple. When tourists enter the gate, they will be surprised

Chinese PinYin : Jin Fo Si