Lak Muang

Bangkok's city pillar shrine where wishes are granted

This small shrine on the east side of the Grand Palace contains the city's foundation stone, believed to have the power to grant wishes. Lak Muang draws a mostly local crowd, and if you are lucky you may catch traditional lakhon dancing in the nearby open-air sala, paid for by faithful whose wishes were granted. Open 24 hours. Free admission.

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