Erawan Shrine in Bangkok

Erawan Shrine is one of the most popular Hindu shrines in downtown Bangkok. It’s in front of Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel, at the corner of Ploenchit and Ratchadamri Road. Throughout the day (and night), you’ll often see crowds paying their respects, presenting flowers and incense sticks to a gold sculpture of the 4-faced Brahma God, Than Tao Mahaprom.

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Erawan Shrine highlights

Than Tao Mahaprom is a Brahma god known for his kindness, mercy, sympathy and impartiality. Since Buddhism in Thailand has always been influenced by Brahman beliefs, he made an immediate impact on the locals.

Streams of people from around the world make ceremonial offerings of incense sticks, floral garlands, fruits, and teakwood elephants. Judging from the crowds of believers, it seems that Erawan Shrine has granted many wishes throughout the years.

Cash contributions are managed by a foundation that regularly distributes funds to charitable organizations and provides equipment for hospitals in Thailand’s many provinces. Erawan Shrine hosts graceful Thai classical dance performances several times a day, as well as lively lion dances on special occasions.

Erawan Shrine in Bangkok

Location: Ratchadamri Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Open: Daily from 6am to 11pm

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