Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan, meaning Temple of the Royal Niece, was built by Rama III. The wat is usually called Wat Loha Prasat which means ‘Iron Monastery or Castle’ and refers to the iron spikes in the central and corner spires. In fact, there are 37 golden spires representing the 37 virtues required to reach enlightenment. The tiered design of the wat is based on a Sri Lankan temple which no longer exists. The interior is on three levels; a wooden spiral staircase takes you up to the very top next to the single spire which is the centre-piece. You can step out at each level to take in the surrounding views.
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