Stories across the temple grounds

Explore the Temple

Discover the figures at Wat Thai through stories from epic literature, Buddhist traditions, and Thai history.

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Temple Guardians

A powerful yaksha from Thailand’s Ramakien, now standing at the temple threshold as a sacred protector.

A giant warrior of immense power in the Ramakien, now paired with Thotsakan as a guardian at Wat Thai.

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The Thai representation of Brahma, recognized by four faces that look toward the four directions.

The East Asian form of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva associated with compassion and aid for beings in need.

A 10th-century Chinese Chan monk remembered for his laughter, a cloth bag of belongings, and generous care for people in need.

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King Chulalongkorn led wide-ranging reforms in Siam while navigating the pressures of European colonial expansion.