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Wat Suthat Thepwararam Ratchaworamahawihan is one of only a few first-class royal temples of the highest Ratchaworamahawihan grade, and the one with the Giant Swing, Sao Ching Cha, standing in front of it. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) regards it as the temple of the reign of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII).

It suits visitors who enjoy temple painting and woodcarving, and anyone walking between Chinatown and the Rattanakosin sights. TAT's walking route starts at Sam Yot MRT station: Rommaninat Park is a few minutes north of the station, and the temple and the swing are a short stroll beyond it.

A temple of three reigns

TAT records that King Rama I commissioned the temple and that it was completed around the middle of the 19th century, in the reign of King Rama III. The main chapel is the heart of a visit: TAT singles out its 19th-century murals and the hand-carved teak panels of its doors, so allow time to look closely rather than photograph from the courtyard.

The Giant Swing

The red Giant Swing rises more than 21 meters in front of the temple. The original swing dated from 1784; it was replaced in 2004 with a new one crafted from golden teak, according to TAT.

Bamrung Mueang Road

The temple stands on Bamrung Mueang Road, and TAT notes that the shops nearby stock a very wide range of Buddhist religious supplies, which makes the walk from Sam Yot station part of the visit.

Sources: Wat Suthat on Facebook, TAT: Old City by MRT Blue Line, Tourism Authority of Thailand (archived). Checked September 26, 2026.

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146 Bamrung Mueang Road
Bangkok, 10200

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About Wat Suthat Thepwararam and the Giant Swing

Quick answer: Wat Suthat Thepwararam and the Giant Swing is a temple at 146 Bamrung Mueang Road, Bangkok, 10200. A first-class royal temple with 19th-century murals and carved teak doors, fronted by the 21-meter Giant Swing, near Sam Yot MRT.

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Wat Suthat Thepwararam Ratchaworamahawihan is one of only a few first-class royal temples of the highest Ratchaworamahawihan grade, and the one with the Giant Swing, Sao Ching Cha, standing in front of it. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) regards it as the temple of the reign of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII).

It suits visitors who enjoy temple painting and woodcarving, and anyone walking between Chinatown and the Rattanakosin sights. TAT's walking route starts at Sam Yot MRT station: Rommaninat Park is a few minutes north of the station, and the temple and the swing are a short stroll beyond it.

A temple of three reigns

TAT records that King Rama I commissioned the temple and that it was completed around the middle of the 19th century, in the reign of King Rama III. The main chapel is the heart of a visit: TAT singles out its 19th-century murals and the hand-carved teak panels of its doors, so allow time to look closely rather than photograph from the courtyard.

The Giant Swing

The red Giant Swing rises more than 21 meters in front of the temple. The original swing dated from 1784; it was replaced in 2004 with a new one crafted from golden teak, according to TAT.

Bamrung Mueang Road

The temple stands on Bamrung Mueang Road, and TAT notes that the shops nearby stock a very wide range of Buddhist religious supplies, which makes the walk from Sam Yot station part of the visit.

Sources: Wat Suthat on Facebook, TAT: Old City by MRT Blue Line, Tourism Authority of Thailand (archived). Checked September 26, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wat Suthat Thepwararam best known for?
Wat Suthat is one of Thailand's few first-class royal temples, of the Ratchaworamahawihan grade, and is considered the temple of the reign of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII). It is noted for its superb 19th-century murals in the main chapel, and the Giant Swing stands in front of the temple.
Where is the Giant Swing in Bangkok?
The Giant Swing stands in front of Wat Suthat, on Bamrung Mueang Road in the Phra Nakhon (Old City) district, across from Bangkok City Hall. The temple's address is 146 Bamrung Mueang Road, Bangkok 10200, and the nearest station is Sam Yot on the MRT Blue Line.
What are the opening hours of Wat Suthat?
The temple is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
How much is the entrance fee for Wat Suthat?
Admission is 100 baht for foreign visitors, and Thai nationals enter free. Payment at the gate is by cash.
Is the Giant Swing still used?
No. The swing was once used in Brahmanic ceremonies, which were discontinued long ago; the present swing is a golden-teak replacement built in 2004, and today it stands as a landmark in front of the temple.
What is the history of the Giant Swing?
The original Giant Swing was erected in 1784 and used in the Brahmanic Triyampawai ceremony, in which Brahmins swung toward a bag of gold coins. The ceremony was discontinued in 1935 after fatal accidents, and the weathered original was replaced in 2004 with a new swing crafted from golden teak.
What is there to see inside Wat Suthat?
The main chapel (wihan) holds Phra Si Sakyamuni, an 8-metre Sukhothai-era bronze Buddha, and is noted for its superb 19th-century murals and hand-carved teak door panels. The temple's ordination hall (ubosot) is the longest in Thailand, and the ashes of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) are enshrined at the base of the principal image.
How do I get to Wat Suthat?
Take the MRT Blue Line to Sam Yot station (Exit 3) and walk north past Rommaninat Park; the temple and the Giant Swing are under a 10-minute walk from the station.
Is there a dress code at Wat Suthat?
Wat Suthat is a first-class royal temple and a working place of worship, so visitors should dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees, and remove their shoes before entering the halls.
How do I contact the temple?
Call +66 63 654 6829. The temple's official Facebook page is facebook.com/WatSuthatBangkok.

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