A unique blend of Thai Buddhism and European Gothic architecture, this riverside temple near Bang Pa-In Palace features stained glass windows, pointed arches, and a church-like façade—yet inside, it enshrines a golden Buddha. It’s one of Thailand’s most striking examples of East-meets-West design.

A hidden gem of refined artistry, Wat Phra Khao showcases lai rod nam—an intricate gold-on-black lacquer technique that reflects the delicate craftsmanship of the late Ayutthaya era. The temple also enshrines the preserved body of a revered monk, making it a rare blend of sacred beauty and spiritual legacy.

An ancient sanctuary blending Khmer Bayon-style architecture with Buddhist cosmology. Designed to symbolise Mount Meru—the centre of the universe in Buddhist and Hindu beliefs—this hilltop temple reflects both spiritual significance and the artistic influence of the Khmer empire during the Ayutthaya period.

This serene temple complex showcases exquisite late Ayutthaya-era mural paintings and the finely adorned Phra Chao Song Tham Buddha image in royal attire—both reflecting the refined artistry (ประณีตศิลป์) of the period. Nearby, the Chedi Yom Mum Mai Sip Song stands out with its twelve-indented corners and a unique blend of Thai stupa design and Western architectural elements, including arched doorways and vaulted ceilings—a rare fusion of sacred Thai craftsmanship and European influence.