Although Bangkok is a bustling city known for its shopping, entertainment, and world-famous cuisine, it also has a spiritual side that might go unnoticed by the casual visitor, but not by the Thai people who live, work, and play in this great city. If you happen to be in the vicinity of any of the shrines mentioned below, you will witness Thai people placing offerings of incense, flowers, and sometimes even soft drinks and traditional Thai snacks. They do this to ask for good luck, increased finances, and good health for themselves and their family. Regardless of your religion, taking a few moments of reflection at any of these shrines is a spiritually uplifting experience and should not be dismissed out of hand.
The following sacred places/shrines are within easy reach of Centre Point Chidlom:
- Phra Phrom Erawan (Ratchaprasong Intersection)
- Phra Mae Lakshmi (Gaysorn Village)
- Phra Phikanet/Ganesha (Centralworld)
- Phra Trimurti (Centralworld)
- Phra Mae Uma Devi (Big C Ratchadamri)
If you are planning a trip to Bangkok in the future and would like to really engage with Thai culture, visiting one or more of these shrines is worth visiting. Some of the shrines have street vendors on hand who offer small offerings for a nominal fee.
If you need detailed directions to any of these shrines, please ask our staff when you check into Centre Point Chidlom. Book directly with us for the best possible room rates and details of any current promotions.
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