Practical information
- Location
- Phra Samut Chedi, Samut Prakan, Samut Prakan · 13.60030, 100.58683
- 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
- Chedi built in the 19th century (Rama II to Rama III period)
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Wat Phra Samut Chedi
Wat Phra Samut Chedi stands on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River close to its mouth in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok. Its white chedi, once on a small island in the river, gave its name to the whole district. Nearby forts such as Phi Suea Samut and Phra Chulachomklao recall the river's defence and the 1893 Paknam Incident. Every year a large temple fair is held when the chedi is wrapped in red cloth. It is a pleasant outing combined with a ferry ride across the river from Pak Nam.
Highlights
- White chedi The stupa that named the district.
- River forts Historic defences near the river mouth.
- Red-cloth fair A yearly fair when the chedi is wrapped.
Tips for Wat Phra Samut Chedi
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
- Combine your visit with Wat Traimit, about 17 km away as the crow flies.
More photos of Wat Phra Samut Chedi
Chedi on the riverbank from above, Wat Phra Samut Chedi Photo: กสิณธร ราชโอรส · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Wat Phra Samut Chedi on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Wat Phra Samut Chedi
Where is Wat Phra Samut Chedi?
Wat Phra Samut Chedi is in Phra Samut Chedi, Samut Prakan, Samut Prakan province, in central Thailand.
What is Wat Phra Samut Chedi known for?
Wat Phra Samut Chedi stands on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River close to its mouth in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok. Highlights include White chedi, River forts and Red-cloth fair.
How old is Wat Phra Samut Chedi?
Chedi built in the 19th century (Rama II to Rama III period).