Check in to Heaven's Gate at "Golden Mount"

I intend to pay respects at the Golden Mount.

Leaving the house in the Ram Inthra area around 10 am, I braved the traffic jam and headed straight up the expressway to get off at Yommarat. I headed towards Lan Luang, turned left at the first intersection onto Emperor Phong Road, and drove on the right for about 200 meters. Look to the right and you will find the entrance to "Wat Sra Ket Royal Waramahawihan" as shown in the picture below.

Turn in and find a parking spot. There's plenty of space available because it's a weekday. On weekends, it might not be so easy to find a spot.

After parking, walk around looking for the entrance for a while, and you will find a staircase leading up. It's easy to spot because there are usually a lot of people there, mostly foreigners. Thai people get in for free, while foreign tourists only have to pay a 50 baht maintenance fee per person.

Along the way, we will encounter Buddha statues for us to pay our respects at intervals. There is also a replica of the Golden Mount for you to take記念照片 as a souvenir.

After a short walk uphill, we will encounter a trendy coffee shop called "Golden Mount Coffee". Here, we can take a break, relax, and enjoy a refreshing drink before continuing our climb up the stairs.

(Enjoy the atmosphere of the coffee shop.)

Hold on! Don't get too comfortable sitting down, we haven't even reached the halfway point yet. Haha. After leaving the coffee shop and walking for a while, we will come across bells hanging at intervals, allowing us to strike them for good luck.

Along the way, we will be able to witness breathtaking panoramic views of Bangkok.

We have arrived! We have reached the peak, but not the ultimate peak. Upon arrival, you can choose where to worship or make merit first. This area is filled with sacred objects for everyone to worship. However, the must-visit is the worship of the relics of the Lord Buddha. Let's see the pictures!

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After paying respects to all the sacred objects on this floor, let's head to heaven! As you walk around, you'll find the way up to heaven. Don't hesitate, just walk up, but be careful of your head! The way to heaven is a bit low, so you don't want to bump your head before you get there.

In heaven, we will encounter the golden pagoda, gleaming with a radiant yellow hue, and bells and gongs of various sizes, allowing us to enhance our blessings through their sound.

The navel of the city is here.

After indulging in the heavenly delights, it's time to face the harsh realities of the world again.

On the way down, there are several spots where you can stop to pay respects and take photos.

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Before leaving, I would like to recommend visiting the sacred Bodhi tree located in front of the Golden Mount. This tree is over 200 years old! It's truly a sight to behold. I encourage everyone to visit and "experience" this place with an open mind and a sense of wonder.

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