Wat Poo - More
temples
The large grounds
of Wat Pho contain more than 1000 Buddha images in total, most
from the ruins of the former capitals Ayuthaya and Sukhothai. The
grounds are split in two by Chetuphon road. The northern section
is generally the only one most people go to, and it includes a
large bot (temple hall), enclosed by 394 bronze Buddha
images. Outside the bot, there are 152 marble slabs depicting the
second half of the epic Ramakian story. Also near here are
four chedis, constructed to honor the first three Chakri
kings (two for King Rama III). There are also a massive 91 others
Chedis of varying sizes arounds the grounds, along with chapels,
rock gardens, an array of different types of statues,
inscriptions, belltowers and resident fortune tellers. The
library is nearby too, decorated impressively with figures and
pagodas made of porcelain, in much the same way as Wat Arun
across the river. The much less visited southern section has less
of interest, but makes a good place to find a monk to chat to for
a while. Most would welcome the chance to practice their English
on visitors.
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