Practical information
- Location
- Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Pathom · 13.81972, 100.06028
- Dress code
- Dress politely: long sleeves, trousers or a knee-length skirt; no sleeveless, crop, tight or revealing tops. Take off your shoes before entering the chapel or other buildings. (source: thailand.go.th)
- Period
- Ancient Mon-Dvaravati stupa, rebuilt and enlarged from the reign of King Mongkut
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Phra Pathom Chedi
Phra Pathom Chedi in the centre of Nakhon Pathom is one of the tallest stupas in the world, its orange-tiled bell shape rising to about 120 metres. Historians link the site to the ancient Mon city that stood here more than a thousand years ago, and King Mongkut had the present giant chedi built over an older one in the 19th century. Around the base runs a circular gallery with Buddha images, bells and small shrines. The temple is an easy day trip from Bangkok by train and has a lively market around it.
Highlights
- Giant chedi About 120 metres tall with orange tiles.
- Circular gallery Buddha images and bells around the base.
- Easy day trip Reachable by train from Bangkok.
Tips for Phra Pathom Chedi
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
- Combine your visit with Wat Samphran, about 19 km away as the crow flies.
More photos of Phra Pathom Chedi
Standing Buddha in front of the chedi, Phra Pathom Chedi Photo: กสิณธร ราชโอรส · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons 
Chedi rising above the trees, Phra Pathom Chedi Photo: Athichitra · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Phra Pathom Chedi on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Phra Pathom Chedi
Where is Phra Pathom Chedi?
Phra Pathom Chedi is in Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Pathom province, in central Thailand.
What is Phra Pathom Chedi known for?
Phra Pathom Chedi in the centre of Nakhon Pathom is one of the tallest stupas in the world, its orange-tiled bell shape rising to about 120 metres. Highlights include Giant chedi, Circular gallery and Easy day trip.
How old is Phra Pathom Chedi?
Ancient Mon-Dvaravati stupa, rebuilt and enlarged from the reign of King Mongkut.