Wat Pho, officially known as Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn, stands prominently in the historic centre of Bangkok, Thailand. This venerable temple is famous for its huge reclining Buddha, decorated with gold leaf and inlaid with mother-of-pearl in its soles, symbolising Buddha's enlightened state. Wat Pho is not only an important Buddhist pilgrimage site but also the birthplace of Thai massage, recognised as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site.
The sprawling temple complex, with its maze of richly decorated chedis, viharns, and temples, is a paragon of Siamese art and architecture. Visitors are drawn to the soothing atmosphere and profound artistic expression everywhere in the temple. It offers a unique opportunity to delve into Thai cultural traditions and Buddhist philosophy.
                                
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