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Sanctuary of Truth (Prasat Sut Ja-Tum)

Naklua Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua Rd, Pattaya, Thailand
038-367229-30 ext. 114
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Ranked #4 of 47 attractions in Pattaya
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Architectural Buildings
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This is a truly cool place to visit in thailand--- see the craftsmen at work and admire how this all wooden bldg was constructed and why certainly worth the visit

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The main temple at the Sanctuary of Truth is really impressive. It's a modern development, so don't think you are experience ancient Thai culture. The all-wooden temple is beautiful and a calm spot in a lovely location. Seeing the carvers working on completing/repairing the temple is interesting. There is no pressure from hawkers or tour guides and you can explore... More

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Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

The "Sanctuary of Truth" is a truly remarkable achievement of Buddhist culture. No cathedral in Australia or the UK can match the inspiration that went into this temple. Not only is it simply beautiful, but it really is a sanctuary and a retreat from the cares of the world. Thailand (like all of Asia) is very hectic and bustling, so... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

When we went to was the songkran festival so it was very quite which i liked but this place is amazing the size is mind blowing. A must do well worth the 500 bart

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Well worth a visit to see this impressive wooden temple. The building of it should be finished in 12 years I was told, but it seems there are some repairs to do along the way too. Coming from Bangkok it was almost cool by the sea and we spent some time walking around inside the temple. 500 Bath a person... More

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Chonburi, Thailand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

I live a stones throw away and within view of the Sanctuary but had never been there. It being visible to me from my unit and our beach plus the 500 baht minimum (USD 17) ticket cost had always caused me to say why bother. My neighbor downstairs thought the same way but we decided to go today. The land... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Must see amazing timber structure, great to see from the look out, however you can go right up to the temple

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Jomtien Beach, Thailand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Please understand that I did enjoy my visit, but would never return. I took guests there two years ago. The carvings are exquisite, but the fact that they make a point of announcing that the place will never be finished is frustrating. As it is not a "place of any type of worship" the sense this old atheist has is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

This is a truly awesome experience, do not miss this wonderful wooden construction. The guides are brilliant, we had a young guy called KO who took us. You can feed the goats and the show is really first class. Enjoy.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

PEace... History personified.. worth a watch.. be it for anyone, friends, family or couples.. Many points worth clicking. If u r a bunch of photo maniac's u will find it hard to leave the place unless someone force you to... COnstruction still going on, maybe I will visit the same in my nexty trip to experience the additions..

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