Ranking as a royal temple, Wat Suthat Thepwararam is one of the most important religious sites in Bangkok, located in the heart of the city’s old quarter. The temple is widely known for its majestic architecture and the impressive Sukhothai bronze Buddha image in its chapel. Less than a year ago, the temple opened its private museum, named after Phae Tissadeva Mahathera who had served long as its abbot, and later as the 12th Supreme Patriarch during the reign of King Rama VIII (1935-1946). Founded during the reign of King Rama I (1782-1809), the temple has remained highly revered by the Chakri kings, the nobility and commoners alike. Hence, it has become a great repository of valuable objects donated to the clergy, and for its collection of important Buddhist manuscripts.
Thai Textile Society committee member, Thweep (Ake) Rittinaphakorn, will lead the visit to this newly opened "Supreme Patriarch’s (Phae Tissadeva Mahathera) Residence Museum". He will take the participants into the two galleries of textile-related objects on display. These comprise ecclesiastical objects that include a rare collection of monks’ fans, as well as Buddhist manuscript wrappers. During the visit, Ake will discuss the tradition of donating these objects, their meanings and their significance from craftsmanship point of view.
Important Notice: Please purchase your own tickets for both the temple and the museum. Price: Non-Thais -B100 temple entrance fee & B200 museum entrance fee.
Thai citizens - free temple entrance & B50 museum entrance fee.
Please purchase your tickets before the start of the tour.
Meeting Point: In front of the "Museum Ticket Room" (as shown above). The museum is located inside the temple grounds near the ordination hall (ubosot)
Proper dress code is observed within the temple grounds.
Due to the narrow space within the museum, the tour is limited to 15 persons.
For information and reservation contact
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