Wat Paknam Big Buddha Photo Spot — Thoet Thai

This photo marker is on the Talat Phlu side of the canal, facing the large seated Buddha at Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen. The map gives 838 Thoet Thai Road; a photographer’s separately catalogued Soi Thoet Thai 26 viewpoint is within about seven metres of this marker. This is a viewing location, not the temple’s main entrance or a confirmed commercial tour office. Several close viewpoints appear around this stretch of canal, including street-side positions and an elevated viewing tower. Follow this exact pin and check the final walking approach and permission locally. A map marker does not guarantee an open platform, unrestricted access or facilities. No dependable opening hours, admission charge, booking service or dedicated contact is supplied for this particular spot. The photograph is Patrick Le Petit’s view from the Soi Thoet Thai 26 album, showing the Buddha and temple across the canal. The album’s location is nearby rather than proof of an exact standing position. Its capture date is unspecified; the statue’s appearance, surrounding buildings and access may have changed. Credit: Patrick Le Petit / Asiaphotos.org.