Wat Pho, also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or simply the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is considered one of the largest and oldest temples in the city, and is one of the most important cultural landmarks in Thailand.
Wat Pho is famous for its massive reclining Buddha statue, which measures 46 meters in length and is covered in gold leaf. The statue depicts the Buddha entering into a state of Nirvana, and is considered one of the largest and most revered Buddha images in Thailand.
In addition to the reclining Buddha, Wat Pho also houses several other notable Buddhist structures and artworks, including over 1,000 statues of Buddha, four chedis (stupas) that contain the ashes of past Thai kings, and intricate murals that adorn the walls of the temple's buildings.
Wat Pho is also famous for its traditional Thai massage school, which is considered one of the oldest and most prestigious massage schools in Thailand. Visitors can receive traditional Thai massages in the temple grounds, or take courses to learn the techniques themselves.
Wat Pho is a popular tourist attraction in Bangkok, and attracts thousands of visitors every year. It is open daily, and entrance fees are charged for visitors who want to enter the temple grounds. Visitors are expected to dress modestly and remove their shoes before entering the temple buildings.
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