Welcome to Wat Srakesa
Wat Srakesa is one of the most important monasteries in Thailand’s modern history. According to the Royal Chroicle of Ratanakosin Era, King Rama I, the founder of the Royal House of Chakri and the builder of Thailand’s new capital, Bangkok, had performed the Royal bathing ritual at Wat Srakesa in 1782 after which he officially established himself the Kingdom’s new ruler. Since then, Wat Srakesa(thanks to its historical significance) has continued to receive Royal sponsorship and support, including the construction of all religious buildings and the monks’ living quarters as well as the periodical restoration projects. Wat Srakesa has also been promoted by Royal decree as a second-rank Royal monastery.
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