The Wat Phra Kaew, more commonly referred to as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha sits within the extensive Grand Palace complex. The temple actually consists of several buildings, pavillions and pagodas in the same way that the former royal palace is a series of buildings.  The small emerald buddha displayed on a high altar of gold within the main hall is in fact made of  jadeite and is one of the most revered in Thailand.

shoe racks outside temple

You will need to remove your shoes and hats and leave them outside in a designated area before entering  the prayer hall. Also refrain from talking or taking photos inside out of respect for others.

If you wish to sit on the floor, make sure the soles of your feet do not point to the sacred image of the Buddha.  The feet are considered the lowliest part of the body and this is considered highly insulting.

The Wat Phra Kaew, more commonly referred to as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha sits within the extensive Grand Palace complex. The temple actually consists of several buildings, pavillions and pagodas in the same way that the former royal palace is a series of buildings.  The small emerald buddha displayed on a high altar of gold within the main hall is in fact made of  jadeite and is one of the most revered in Thailand.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha

shoe racks outside temple

You will need to remove your shoes and hats and leave them outside in a designated area before entering  the prayer hall. Also refrain from talking or taking photos inside out of respect for others.
If you wish to sit on the floor, make sure the soles of your feet do not point to the sacred image of the Buddha.  The feet are considered the lowliest part of the body and this is considered highly insulting.

Note: I am trying out an alternate day schedule (Mon-Wed-Fri) this month (May) rather than the daily schedule (MTWTF) from the previous monthly tours (Feb-Mar-Apr). Let me know what you think.
Jacintha@IslandGetawaysTravel.com