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Duration: 3h
Location: Marble Temple, Bangkok, Thailand | Bangkok, Thailand
Category: Day Trips & Excursions
Highlights:
Spiritually enriching Buddhist almsgiving ceremony
Fascinating temple architecture & religious traditions
Wat Benchamabophit—majestic Marble Temple
Gorgeous & freshly cut flowers at 24-hour Pak Klong Talat
Relaxing roundtrip transfer from your central Bangkok hotel
Inclusions:
Guided tour of Marble Temple and flower market
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Bangkok hotel
Live tour commentary provided in English
Description:
Visit one of the most majestic Buddhist temples at Wat Benchamabophit, and participate in the tradition of giving alms to Buddhists monks. Later, stroll through the vast and brightly colored array of flowers at breathtaking Pak Klong Talat, a 24-hour wholesale flower market.
Head from your hotel to Wat Benchamabophit, or the Marble Temple, to participate in a Buddhist almsgiving ceremony. Your guide show you how to make an offering of food or alms to the monks who reside nearby, which will sustain them throughout the day as they study and meditate. Step into the temple and get a glimpse of the 52 statues of Buddha and the ornate carvings within its fascinating interior.
Continue onward to Pak Klong Talat, Bangkok’s largest wholesale flower market. Soak in the intense fragrances and colors of the various fresh flowers, particularly orchids and jasmine. Learn about the fundamental role of flowers in Thai culture, and witness the crafting of the phuang malai (ornate flower garlands) that brighten up all corners of this bustling city and are believed to bring good luck.
Cancellation Policy: 72 hours
Know before you book:
Children 1 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.,
At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.,
You must prepare your own alms if you wish to make an offering to the monks.
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