We Visited Bangkok’s Most Iconic Temples 🇹🇭 Wat Arun & Wat Pho

Today is our final full day in Bangkok Thailand and to cap it off we visit two of the most iconic temples here Wat Arun and Wat Pho Stay tuned to find out what you should do and bring before visiting these sites So from our hotel we booked a ride using Bolt which is one of the ride-hailing apps here in Thailand Based on our experience Bolt is highly recommended—it's definitely worth it Now the entrance fee here at Wat Arun is 200 baht person Open from 8 AM to 6 PM And as you can see Sel’s costume is homemade since there’s a costume rental shop outside the temple Then from there went around wandering Also you can hire a photographer to take your pictures They know the best spots and they’ll be the ones guiding you So our photoshoot here at Wat Arun is done right Yeah actually it was just one hour If you're not yet satisfied you can request an additional 5 minutes So those are our tips for shooting photos here at Wat Arun right So number one is you can come early while the sun isn't shining yet That's really the best right So maybe the lesson here is that we came here before lunch you know That gives us plenty of time to get dressed that's how it is So when we got here to Wat Arun itself it was already quite hot the sun was glaring And sometimes that can affect the shots right Sometimes we squint like that Yeah it can mess with your shot and your mood too When it's hot it's easier to move around and the area you can cover is much larger So that's tip number one Second tip is to bring a tote bag Bring slippers with you — the kind you can easily slip on Guys it's huge So if you're wearing heels your rented sandals are tiny even if they're just a little small His foot still hurts especially if you're not used to it It's a very long distance to cover And then at the entrance water bottles will be provided So instead just toss it in your tote bag And then your wallet your cellphone—leave them in the small handbag we'll give you Third tip is to ask your photographer where your best angle is because they know the ideal spots around here They know the etiquette—whether to use an umbrella or not is up to you But you know your angle best So you’ll tell your photographer Fourth tip make sure you eat when you get here because you might get tired It depends on the weather but right now it's hot so you might get tired Just keep your mood balanced okay And don’t be grumpy while getting your photos taken or wandering around Wat Arun Make sure your container is completely full Because it's difficult otherwise Fifth tip is to be respectful You can hear it too there's announcement What they can and cannot do at their temples here If you're hiring photographers and have a budget they truly know what's possible But only with friends or family DIY style Make sure you listen to the announcement Or you research first figure out what poses and outfits are possible what you can wear So guys it's currently 146 And we still have an hour left to enjoy our rented costumes So we'll just finish our drink and then we'll take a little walk around Wat Arun And then you know After that we'll head back And then we're going to Wat Pho too Alright we'll finish our drink first then catch up with you later The full name of Wat Arun is Wat Arun Ratchawararam So that means Temple of Dawn Yeah he’s actually been here for over 300 years It's been here for a while And you know it's one of the most iconic temples and landmarks right here in Bangkok And throughout Thailand When you say Thailand these are the landmarks that immediately come to mind Our observation here is that there are truly a lot of people There were many tourists many locals too We saw some people filtering in here students The main thing I've noticed differentiating Asians from Europeans is that we' re just way more into selfies Europeans on the other hand are all about touring While Asians take lots of photos and many selfies so Yun different culture different preferences indeed So let's explore other temples and learn more about their culture The heels are quite high so you really should bring slippers if you're not used to wearing heels Also there are signs here that you must absolutely not touch step on or sit on the relics here So at the car park along the side of the main building you also have a great view So if you're looking for views you got it There aren't too many people here You lack the competence Anyway we're heading to the pier We headed straight to Wat Pho specifically to see the Reclining Buddha If you're coming from Wat Arun to Wat Pho don't worry The ferry crossing the Chao Phraya River is also located inside Wat Arun And every now and then you'll be crossing on a small ferry It's only 5 baht person Just wait a moment and then less than five minutes later you'll be at Wat Arun Just take it literally Just walk 10 minutes and you'll be at Wat Pho The entrance fee here is 300 baht person And remember to bring cash since that's the only payment method they accept Hey guys we're at Wat Pho Temple now It' s the second temple we're visiting today The key difference is that NASA sees all the spires all the buildings visible So if you're tired from climbing at Wat Arun don't worry here— everything's at ground level He has a broad face Also the entrance fee is 300 baht person So when you convert it to pesos it's somewhat expensive That's why you should plan to spend at least 2 to 3 hours here That's our recommendation for Wat Arun—2 to 3 hours I still have to factor in the commute Bangkok can get pretty congested especially if you're stuck in rush hour traffic So spend at least 3 hours per temple If that's not possible then at least 2 hours Because you really need to get around properly And you know what's inside here Also Wat Pho is open until 7:30 PM as well You can choose your preferred time—early morning or late afternoon Alright so that's it guys Let's explore Wat Pho first And we couldn't miss the legendary Reclining Buddha Alright so before you enter the Reclining Buddha you must remove your shoes No shoes are allowed—it's sacred ground Let's put it inside Take it with you That’s the highlight of the day The Reclining Buddha which is genuinely crowded with tourists every single day Here are a few fun facts This is the Itong Reclining Buddha It was built in 1832 CE and represents the Buddha entering nirvana 46 meters in length and as you can see it's gold-plated We' re here at the Reclining Buddha The reason it's lying this way That's when he went to sleep you know The information we read said he was in a spiritual rest before becoming a mentor to enlightenment So of course in Buddhism their religion that's their belief But these beliefs vary Different religions So when you enter here just be respectful and keep quiet That's why we're speaking softly now So just roam around here freely From the ceiling from the walls Details of their way of praying and traditions and cultures There's a rich history behind this statue and you can also see it reflected in the murals around here So it's quite the experience to finally see this famous statue Hey everyone we just finished exiting the Reclining Buddha Another thing I noticed is there are plenty of resting areas and benches here We have our coffee and also a variety of drinks and beverages Yeah so she was roaming around earlier while I was resting But that's the good thing about this place—there are plenty of resting spots plenty of benches I'm not sure we saw any benches there at Wat Arun Or maybe just later You know the place where we're drinking Yeah that one Oh totally that's all Plus it probably helped because there are trees here so there's shade so you really can't even pretend So you can rest here after visiting Wat Po And if you're finishing up with the Reclining Buddha When you come out there are benches here There's also a waterfall behind for that extra freshness right So we'll take a short break for a while— we've been walking nonstop all day from Wat Arun to Wat Po For now let's take a break and then we 'll continue exploring Wat Po in a bit So I also delved into the roots of Buddhism—just reminded me really as I was exploring these temples here in Bangkok The roots of Buddhism One common misconception about Buddhism is that Buddha is their god No not at all So Buddha was actually a former prince right Siddhartha Gautama That's his real name That's his human name okay So if Spider-Man is Peter Parker then Buddha is Siddhartha Gautama He was once a prince who saw poverty and suffering When he left their palace he was stunned so he searched for a way to find you know enlightenment and purpose in life To help these people And when he finally attained enlightenment that is when he became Buddha So Buddha means the awakened one or the enlightened one right And another thing that confuses others is that Buddhism supposedly originated in Southeast Asia right China he came from India okay So Buddhism started in India That's why I've seen many Indians around here Yeah They really pray for whatever it is But we didn't We just visited We observed Yeah Based on our observations it's somewhat superficial Asians who love to bargain Europeans on the other hand actually go on tours and get explanations I'm just doing self -study So guys Just sharing a bit of what I know about Buddhism If she knew Hindi she'd know everything right But from my research you know I'm a big fan of reading That's what I've learned about Buddhism okay Just Ramas actually Rama I Rama II Rama III and Rama IV Hi everyone It's currently 5:45 p m There aren't many people here at Wat Pho anymore They close at 7 p m So what you need to bring and do before coming here is Dress appropriately Sleeveless clothes are not allowed Tank tops are also prohibited So you must have sleeves As for your legs you can wear regular pants or you can buy elephant pants here to look fresher Our second tip is to wear comfortable shoes with socks right Comfortable shoes of course when you're here at the temples you' ll be doing plenty of walking so make sure you have good socks too You have to take off your shoes when entering the temples proper or their sacred grounds guys Meanwhile the others here are walking barefoot and that's perfectly fine If it's okay with you then it's okay with me too But you know if you want your feet clean and protected just wear socks Number three is to bring cash There are many options here Food water and drinks And also remember guys at the ticket booths most of them accept only cash The fourth tip is a lot at least two to three hours for this temple Yeah And for our fifth tip or recommendation if you're planning to visit the three temples Yung Wat Arun Wat Po and Grand Palace So okay So three routes we can suggest that you can take The first one You must visit Wat Arun Okay After that board the ferry to cross the Chao Phraya River Once you get down just a few more steps and you'll be at Wat Po Okay And then after Wat Po just a short walk more NASA Grand Palace that's where you're going So that's route number one Route number two is the same way back you'll return the same way Okay So don't miss the Grand Palace After that walk on over and you'll be at Wat Po And then after that take the ferry Cross the Chao Phraya River then head to Wat Arun by boat That' s route number two All right So routes one and two are the best If you start in the morning around 7 a m or 8 a you 'll already be there by then First temple right Yes Now if you don't have that kind of time you can take route three which is what we did right We split up One day were at the Grand Palace and then we had another activity after the Grand Palace So we headed straight to Wat Po Then on the second day went to Wat Arun and Wat Po That's it guys Here are our tips when visiting the temples here in Bangkok: Wat Arun Wat Po and the Grand Palace At night the streets just outside Wat Po are alive with energy Many restaurants cafes street food stalls and even spots where you can enjoy one of the best views of Wat Arun Alright everyone If you want an amazing view of Wat Arun at night head over here Tasubhan Road or street offers a view of Wat Arun Temple at night and sunset is also a great option It all depends on your itinerary The second one which is slightly more challenging is dining in here at one of the restaurants We're going down to another 6th floor So actually that' s the Wat Pho temple right over there on the other side It's easier now because it's downhill But exercise—Annie' s exhausted but totally worth it Just book early everyone So guys here we are After our tour up top we had dinner here at Som Tumder And this is our final meal Here in Bangkok Hi everyone We've finished dinner Our bill came to 1 147 baht A bit pricey but it's our last day here in Bangkok Thailand so right now it's past 8 p m So we're still looking for dessert even past 8 p m with many places already closed but hey come on We still have something to see So come on Alright everyone So as I was saying earlier let 's grab some ice cream first Good thing we found this place Before Sunset Ice Cream Same thing at Green Pier Wat Pho Also just now I checked or researched and apparently there' s a fireworks display later today 8:45 And we have 5 minutes left So let's see if that's really true And in the meantime Let's get ice cream first Okay So from Green Pier we just walked a little bit down the promenade over here We're at White Pier now because it's a bit more sheltered here Fireworks are lighting up the right side here And as you can see Bangkok is buzzing because the River Cruise has begun So many river cruises behind us right In fact the other river cruises even stopped just to see the fireworks So they got the best seat in the house right at the edge of the Chao Phraya with a perfect view of the fireworks So there you have it guys This is a great way To wrap up our final day here in Bangkok So ayun Sana enjoy niyo yung vlog na to Sana nakatulong para sa mga puntang Wat Arun and Wat Pho And if you enjoyed this video don't forget to like and subscribe So with that I'm Sal And I'm Joelle And we'll see you in the next vlog Bye