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The Erawan Shrine, officially the Thao Maha Phrom Shrine, is an open-air shrine to the four-faced Brahma on the corner of the Ratchaprasong intersection, in front of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. It was set up in 1956, while the original Erawan Hotel was being built, after advisers in Thai astrology recommended a guardian shrine for the site. The Brahma image was designed and crafted by Thailand's Fine Arts Department and enshrined on 9 November 1956.

It is a place of active worship before it is a sight, open from early morning to late evening to Thai devotees and to worshippers from China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and beyond, and it is worth a respectful stop during a day around the Ratchaprasong and Chit Lom shopping district. Entry is free, and the shrine is reached on foot from BTS Chit Lom by the elevated skywalk.

What you will see

Devotees bring incense, candles and garlands, either their own or sets bought from vendors around the shrine, and move from face to face around the image. Carved wooden elephants are left as offerings, and traditional Thai dancers perform for worshippers who come back to give thanks when a prayer has been answered. The shrine's own account describes the practice as a blend of Hinduism, Buddhism and Thai folk belief, with Thao Maha Phrom revered as a guardian figure.

Paying respects

Worship starts at the front-facing image and moves clockwise until all four faces have been honored, with the same offering at each and a final bow at the end. Tradition holds that the four faces spread compassion and protection in every direction, so devotees pray for work, relationships, health and safety alike. Many devotees also recite the Brahma chant, repeating it three or nine times.

Etiquette

Dress modestly, speak softly and keep out of the way of people who are praying. Because the shrine is outdoors, shoes stay on. Rules on lighting incense and candles can change, so follow the notices and staff on the day.

Sources: Erawan Shrine, history, how to worship, visitor information. Checked September 25, 2026.

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Erawan Shrine
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Call: +66 2 252 8750
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Ratchaprasong Intersection, Ratchadamri Road
Bangkok, 10330
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About Erawan Shrine

The Erawan Shrine, officially the Thao Maha Phrom Shrine, is an open-air shrine to the four-faced Brahma on the corner of the Ratchaprasong intersection, in front of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. It was set up in 1956, while the original Erawan Hotel was being built, after advisers in Thai astrology recommended a guardian shrine for the site. The Brahma image was designed and crafted by Thailand's Fine Arts Department and enshrined on 9 November 1956.

It is a place of active worship before it is a sight, open from early morning to late evening to Thai devotees and to worshippers from China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and beyond, and it is worth a respectful stop during a day around the Ratchaprasong and Chit Lom shopping district. Entry is free, and the shrine is reached on foot from BTS Chit Lom by the elevated skywalk.

What you will see

Devotees bring incense, candles and garlands, either their own or sets bought from vendors around the shrine, and move from face to face around the image. Carved wooden elephants are left as offerings, and traditional Thai dancers perform for worshippers who come back to give thanks when a prayer has been answered. The shrine's own account describes the practice as a blend of Hinduism, Buddhism and Thai folk belief, with Thao Maha Phrom revered as a guardian figure.

Paying respects

Worship starts at the front-facing image and moves clockwise until all four faces have been honored, with the same offering at each and a final bow at the end. Tradition holds that the four faces spread compassion and protection in every direction, so devotees pray for work, relationships, health and safety alike. Many devotees also recite the Brahma chant, repeating it three or nine times.

Etiquette

Dress modestly, speak softly and keep out of the way of people who are praying. Because the shrine is outdoors, shoes stay on. Rules on lighting incense and candles can change, so follow the notices and staff on the day.

Sources: Erawan Shrine, history, how to worship, visitor information. Checked September 25, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Erawan Shrine?+
At the Ratchaprasong intersection on Ratchadamri Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, in front of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.
Q. What are the opening hours?+
The shrine is open for worship every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours may change according to notices on site.
Q. Is there an entrance fee?+
No. Admission is free. Offering sets sold by vendors around the shrine are paid for separately, and prices vary with the size of the set.
Q. How do I get there by BTS or MRT?+
Take the BTS Sukhumvit Line to Chit Lom station, use Exit 8 and follow the skywalk to the Ratchaprasong intersection. There is no MRT station at the shrine; from MRT Sukhumvit, change to the BTS at Asok and ride to Chit Lom. Buses 15, 25 and 40 also run along Ratchadamri Road.
Q. How do I make an offering?+
Start at the front face with 3 incense sticks, 1 candle and 1 garland, then walk clockwise and make the same offering at the second, third and fourth faces. A full set for all four faces is 12 incense sticks, 4 candles and 4 garlands. Finish with a prayer of thanks and a bow.
Q. Is there a dress code?+
The shrine asks visitors to dress modestly out of respect for the site. Shoes may be worn because the shrine is outdoors.
Q. Why are there dancers at the shrine?+
Traditional Thai dance is performed as an offering of thanks by worshippers whose prayers have been answered.
Q. When was the shrine built?+
In 1956, during construction of the original Erawan Hotel. The four-faced Brahma image, made by the Fine Arts Department of Thailand, was enshrined on 9 November 1956.