Guan Yu Shrine (Khlong San) is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Guan, the god of loyalty and morality according to Chinese beliefs. The shrine is located on the western bank of the Chao Phraya River, in Thonburi. It is another go-to place in Thonburi and is easily accessible as it is only 1.5 km away from Iconsiam and only 1.4 km away from Wat Arun.
Guan Yu Shrine is thought to be over 280 years old and is the oldest Guan Yu shrine in Thailand. It was built during King Borommakot’s reign during the late blooming period of the Ayutthaya era. There is a belief that King Taksin (The King of Thonburi) would come to worship at this shrine before going to battle to give him good luck.
There are 3 statues of Guan Yu, the first one being the oldest shrine which has been there since the very beginning. The second shrine was brought in during the Rattanakosin era during the reign of King Rama I and the third shrine was brought in during the reign of King Rama II.
The location of the shrine is easily accessible by the BTS or MRT. You can get off at Klong San Bts Station or Itsarapap MRT Station and get a 5-minute taxi from either station.
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Guan Yu Shrine Info
Location: Thonburi Address: 251 Somdet Chao Phraya 3 Alley, Somdet Chao Phraya, Khlong San, Bangkok 10600 Hours: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm every day Phone: 02 439 6309 Price: Free Closest MRT Station: MRT Itsarapap: 1.5 km Closest BTS Station: BTS Khlong San: 1.1 km Established: 1743
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