Situated in Bangkok’s Chinatown, the Wat Traimit temple belongs to the Worawihan class of second-class royal temples. Initially known as Wat Sam Chin, it derived its name from the tale of three Chinese individuals who collaborated in its construction. Inside, there are captivating elements such as the Phra Maha Mondop, which was erected in 2008 to house the Golden Buddha. As a result, the temple is officially recognized as Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan, and it is also commonly referred to as “The Temple of the Golden Buddha.”

Undoubtedly the main attraction of Wat Traimit is its renowned Golden Buddha. Standing tall at an impressive height of five meters and weighing an astonishing five and a half tons, this statue is crafted entirely from solid gold. The colossal solid gold Buddha, known as Phra Phuttha Maha Suwan Patimakon or Luangpho Thong Kham, dates back to the 13th century and follows the Sukhothai style. Originally concealed under a layer of plaster, the Buddha’s original appearance was unveiled when it was accidentally dropped by movers in the 1950s. Fragments of the plaster are still exhibited within the temple premises.