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Pattaya: The Sanctuary of Truth Entrance fee and round trip transfer option
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14 Ratings
Pattaya
Immerse yourself in Thailand's rich cultural heritage with a visit to the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya. Discover the awe-inspiring wooden temple, hand-carved with intricate details, and learn about Thai art, mythology, and history. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- The Sanctuary Of Truth - The Sanctuary of Truth Museum is the world’s largest and most beautiful woodcarving structure. In addition to an opportunity to study arts and philosophy of goodness, the museum also features contemporary architecture, created in the reign of King Rama IX. The beauty and value of the arts at the Sanctuary of Truth Museum will make you feel something paradoxical but they are harmonious.
What to expect:
• The visitors will get to learn how the grand castle has been built by ancient wood-joining techniques you can’t see elsewhere in the world
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Tongue and groove (wedge) techniques, butt joint, dovetails, sapped spurs, etc, which are all traditional Thai intellectual properties.
• Once-in-a-lifetime experience to participate in the construction of the miraculous national & world heritage. - Trip Thai Tour - Tour Operator
What's Included
- Speed boat scenery excursion to see the castle (if option selected)
- Ticket Entrance Fee included
- Round Trip Transportation - hotel pick-up and drop-off in Pattaya
What's Not Included
- Food and Beverage
Additional Information
The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya is a truly unique destination that offers visitors an unparalleled experience of Thailand’s rich cultural heritage. What makes this tour exceptional is its focus on the magnificent Sanctuary of Truth temple, a one-of-a-kind structure entirely made of wood and hand-carved with intricate details.
Unlike other temples in Thailand that were built primarily for religious purposes, the Sanctuary of Truth was designed to serve as a showcase of Thai art and philosophy. Visitors to the temple can admire the exquisite craftsmanship of the wooden sculptures that depict various aspects of Thai mythology, religion, and history. The temple’s construction is an ongoing project that has been in progress for over three decades, making it a living and breathing masterpiece that continues to evolve and expand.
Overall, the Sanctuary of Truth tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience that combines culture, history, and art, making.
Location
The Sanctuary Of Truth
206/2 Moo 5, Soi Naklua 12, Naklua
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Paul_m
Apr 26, 2024
Brilliant few hours out - I would recommend this to any visitors to Pattaya fantastic place to visit. Our Driver was brilliant really chatty and helpfull with knowledge of the attraction.
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Tgonzales78
Oct 28, 2023
Rode on a elephant. - It was amazing. Needed more time. Guide very knowledgeable and very kind to his group. Then me and my wife got to ride on elephants back. It was awesome.
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18kymo
Apr 13, 2023
Cool place to see - Very Cool place definitely worth a look our tour guide odi gave us a in depth run down on. The history and info about the temple.. there’s elephant rides and fish feeding annd other and other anctivities available there aswell. I would recommend going to see in the morning as would get hot around lunch or in the arvo
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David_t
Oct 25, 2022
Incredible Site - Nice easy tour of a remarkable place. Moo, my pickup driver was very friendly and informative and made the process smooth.
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Tomas_j
Mar 6, 2020
Beautiful craftsmanship - Extraordinary building. To be able, and see a monumental building being constructed in my own time. All the details of small, and big figurines takes a few moments to absorb, never seen such a multitude. All made from wood.
We took a speed boat that made it possible to take pictures from many angles. The English guide gave a insight to Buddhism, and Hinduism, how they inspired the design.
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Ianc8691
Feb 2, 2020
Amazing - A must visit place if you in Pattaya. Whole infrastructure made entirely of wood. No nails. It would
be best if you visit anytime this year, 2020, as they are renovating the whole thing. Talented craftsmen
sculpting bits and pieces. Worth visiting
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Dave
Jan 18, 2020
wonderfully Tranquil - I really enjoyed this visit such a wonderfully tranquil and abd relaxing experience The structure of the building is nothing less than awesome, the intricacy of the carvings is unbelievable.
not so sure about the elephant rides. I was sorely tempted but it just didn't seem right. that was only downside for me otherwise you should definitely pay the Sanctuary a visit
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Grhmcryr
Dec 29, 2019
Sanctuary of Truth a must. - Although it is still under construction since 1981 this place is a must visit as is big Buddha to Phuket and the Sheikh Zayed Mosque to Abu Dhabi. Fascinating place. Ladies must cover their legs (large scarfs/sarongs on sale there for 200Baht). This is only when entering the temple. Plus you have to wear a hard hat provided free. Photos do not do it justice. There is also a free Thai dance show opposite plus a boat ride similar to a gondola. Horses and carriages or elephants can be ridden around the temple. We had the speedboat option but it was broken so we did the horse and carriage followed by the gondola. Wuanida the guide was great and the lad who drove us there and back was very good, no hair raising manoeuvres. I'd love to return when it's completed.
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Anonymous
Oct 21, 2022
Amazing place to visit! A “must-see”! - It was Ana amazing place to visit and photograph! I did just walk around myself and overheard places I wanted to listen to guides. But ultimately it was easy just going around yourself
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Arizona1990
Jan 25, 2024
Overpriced, better buy tickets directly at the temple - We were very happy to book this tour on a private English tour. The pick-up and drop-off service worked out perfectly. The driver was also nice. However, we were then simply sent on the normal English tour of the temple and this can be booked for around 500 Baht several times a day and we could have booked the return trip locally for just a few euros. So a price of €30 per person is really a rip-off, it's better to travel there yourself and buy a ticket on site!
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