The Nine Wonders Of Wat Pho

Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimonmangklaraam Rajwaramahaviharn, a first grade royal monastery which was regarded as being the most important one during the reign of King Rama I of the illustrious Chakri dynasty, is more widely known to visitors as “Wat Pho”.

The 9 Wonders of Wat Pho, a newly-launched mini-light-and-sound multimedia presentation, helps visitors gain a better understanding and deeper appreciation of the centuries-old cultural heritage, traditional Thai values and beliefs, folk knowledge and way of life encapsulated by this historic landmark.

Unlike other mini-light-and-sound shows, the version being presented at Wat Pho from 27 September 2008 through to 6 April 2009 is the first of its kind. The presentation consists of nine separate stage sets; each highlights one of the following nine wonders of Wat Pho.

1. Phra Buddhasaiyas (Viharn Phranorn)
2. Sala Rai or Satellite Pavilions
3. Phra Maha Chedi Si Rajakarn
4. The Legend of Songkran
5. The World Heritage Inscriptions
6. Wat Pho Giants
7. Sala Karn Parien
8. Phra Buddha Deva Patimakorn
9. Contorted Hermit Mount

1 November 2008 – 6 April 2009
Ticket price: 200 baht per person
Purchase 10 tickets and receive one free ticket

contact information:Tel: +66 (0) 2226 0335, +66 (0) 2226 0339 from 09.00 - 16.00

web site: http://www.watpho.com/en/home/index.php
source: http://www.tatnews.org/events/events/2008/oct/4016.asp

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  In ancient times, not only did Wat Pho serve as a centre of religious instruction, the royal monastery also served a centre of history, literature, art and culture, as well as medical science, physical therapy and other forms of traditional Thai healing.

Considered to be the first open university providing education in traditional Thai medicine and traditional Thai massage, the temple is home to the Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage and Medical School, which offers traditional Thai massage. The service is available from 08.00 – 22.00 daily.

Pricing:
Traditional Thai Massage: 220 baht for 30 minutes or 360 baht per hour
Foot Massage: 360 baht for 45 minutes
Traditional Thai massage using steamed herbal poultices: 480 baht per hour

To book a session, or for further details, please call:
Tel: +66 (0) 2221 2974 (press O), +66 (0) 2225 4771