1. The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, also known as Wat Phra Kaew, is one of the most revered and important temples in Thailand. It is located within the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok and is considered the spiritual heart of the Thai monarchy. The temple is home to a highly venerated statue of the Buddha, made from a single block of jade and dating back to the 15th century. The walls and roofs of the temple are decorated with intricate carvings and vibrant colors, and there are several other significant buildings and structures located within the temple complex.
2. The temple is open daily from 8:30am to 3:30pm. The phone number for the temple is +662 623 5500.
3. Admission to the temple is included with the ticket price for the Grand Palace, which is 500 baht for foreign adults. The temple is easily accessible by public transportation, including the MRT subway and the BTS Skytrain. Visitors can also take a taxi or tuk-tuk directly to the entrance of the Grand Palace complex.
