April 23, 2012

Bangkok (pt III)

Wat* Pho is the Temple of the Reclining Buddha and the birthplace of the Thai massage. It's nestled close to the banks of the Chao Phraya River and the Grand Palace. It was one of the more beautiful temples I have seen with exquisit colors under a Chinese influence.

Chinese influence

Chinese influence

Can you spot the tourist?

Chinese influence

Buddhas everywhere

Head of the reclining Buddha 

Reclining Buddha in its entirety

Chinese influence

*Wat means 'temple' in Thai.

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