Wat Niwet Thammaprawat Ratchaworawihan, Bang Pa-In
Wat Niwet Thammaprawat Ratchaworawihan is a first-class royal monastery under the Dhammayutika Nikaya sect, located in Ban Len Subdistrict, Bang Pa-In District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province.
This temple stands out for its Gothic-style architecture, a rare Western architectural style in Thailand. The main chapel resembles a Christian church, featuring pointed tower domes, arched windows, and stained glass imported from Italy.
Situated on an island in the southern part of the Chao Phraya River, directly opposite Bang Pa-In Palace, visitors can take a cable car across the river to explore this unique site. The temple beautifully blends Thai and Western art, making it an ideal destination for those interested in history, architecture, and Thai culture.
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