Practical information
- Location
- Bangkok (Phra Nakhon), Bangkok · 13.75105, 100.50107
- 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
- Begun by King Rama I in 1807, finished under later kings
Opening hours and entrance fee: no reliable source found, so not listed. Ask on site or check the official website.
About Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing
Wat Suthat is one of Bangkok's first-class royal temples and stands right behind the tall red Giant Swing, a former ceremonial structure. King Rama I began building it in 1807 and his successors completed the work. The huge wihan houses a large bronze seated Buddha brought from Sukhothai, and its walls are covered with richly detailed murals. Rows of Buddha images line the cloister, and Chinese stone figures decorate the courtyard. It sees far fewer tour groups than the Grand Palace, so you can often enjoy it in near silence.
Highlights
- Giant Swing The red teak frame in front of the temple is a city icon.
- Phra Si Sakyamuni A large bronze Buddha brought from Sukhothai.
- Murals Detailed wall paintings inside the main hall.
Tips for Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing
- Cover your shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before you enter a temple building.
- Combine your visit with Wat Ratchanatdaram, about 1 km away as the crow flies.
More photos of Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing
Wide view of the temple under a blue sky, Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing Photo: PEAK99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons 
Long cloister gallery around the hall, Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing Photo: Photo Dharma from Sadao, Thailand · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing on the map
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Frequently asked questions about Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing
Where is Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing?
Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing is in Bangkok (Phra Nakhon), Bangkok province, in central Thailand.
What is Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing known for?
Wat Suthat is one of Bangkok's first-class royal temples and stands right behind the tall red Giant Swing, a former ceremonial structure. Highlights include Giant Swing, Phra Si Sakyamuni and Murals.
How old is Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing?
Begun by King Rama I in 1807, finished under later kings.