A strong indication of the Buddhist tradition that dominates Thailand, Bankok Wat Saket is one of the more distinct Buddhist temples that can be found in the country. Visitors should note however that the Wak Saket temple itself is not a noteworthy temple itself, but it is the one single structure that is known as the Golden Mountain which sets this apart from other temples in the country.
Upon entering the temple most visitors head straight for the main attraction. To do this visitors must climb a staggering 318 steps. This hard work is definitely worth it as the mount is definitely worth a visit.
On a normal day some of the sights that visitors could see include the placing of flowers around the temple and the lighting of candles during special auspicious times. However there are special times of the year where the purpose of the temple changes.
This temple also plays an important role when it comes to the festivals that take place in the country. Between October and Mid November Wat Saket hosts one of the most important festivals that takes place in the country. During this time the Golden Mount is covered in a majestic red cloth and an enormous carnival erupts around it. As a part of this festival numerous food stalls and trinket sellers also make their presence known.
During this period visitors will also be privy to theatrical performances, animal circuses and even freak shows. There is also a special candlelight procession that goes up the side of the Golden Mount.
When visiting Bangkok, visitors should most definitely visit this prominent structure within Wak Saket. Finding Bangkok Hotel accommodation that is located close by will most certainly not be problem as the city has a large number of visitors a year. It is for this reason there are a wide variety of hotels located throughout that are sure to cater to your needs whatever they be.
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