WAT NIWET THAMMAPRAWAT
Buddhist temple unique in Thailand for its neo-Gothic architecture imitating that of a European church
Founded in 1878, this Buddhist temple is unique in Thailand in that its architecture imitates that of a European church in the neo-Gothic style. It was designed by Joachim Grassi, one of the first Italian architects employed by the king's government. Why this "architectural extravaganza" under King Rama V? Many public buildings were built in the Western style during Chulalongkorn's reign, a trend reflecting the modernization of Siam at the time. In any case, it's surprising.
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