At this time of year, a lot of Bangkokians would be looking forward to a visit to Wat Saket, home to the Golden Mount and the venue of one of the city's best-known temple fairs, which coincides with ...

In 1782, the Rattanakosin dynasty came into power and made Bangkok their capital. The city was surrounded by a high wall and a deep moat. During that time dead bodies were not cremated within the city ...

If possible, it’s ideal to schedule your visit to Wat Saket with the annual Loy Krathong festival that happens every November during the full moon. Best known to both locals and tourists as the Golden ...

Over 30,000 temples celebrate the Buddhist holiday each year.