Sanctuary of Truth or sometimes known as the Teak temple,this is a reasonably modern example as temples go, as built in the 1980s. It is constucted of timber with no nails,just joints. Sits on the point of the peninsular overlooking the harbour,great views. Only downer I had was the price,fairly expensive for a walking tour at 500 baht.There were other... More

This is a temple dedicated to all the gods that Thai people worship. Its crafted from wood entirely and located bang opposite the Bay. Being a Hindu myself, the experience for me was overwhelming as the depictions here are the closest to our scriptures. sheer artistry and craftmanship is worth its weight in Gold. Only problem is that elderly people... More

- absolutely jaw dropping. Amazing huge wooden temple with the sea as a backdrop. 500 bhat each, but extra for the elephant rides or boat ride. Guided tours. Elephant rides, small zoo for the children. Small cafeteria. See the people carving the statues for the Temple. More

went there earlier last year, was amazing place, was still being built when i was there, & will go on for anothet number of years. worth seeing all the carvings & whole structure out of wood, will go back again, to see how they have progressed More

An actual ongoing display of craftsmanship minutes from the city center. The price of admission is very reasonable considering the work that is going on. There are several extras that may or may not be worth it. The buggy rides are about 200m down a dirt road between the entrance gate and stairs down to the sanctuary. There are the... More

I had no idea this was here! I just happened to see a brochure and was looking for something to do for the day. This place is amazing! All hand carved and of wood. This is highly recommended if you love art and the art of hand carving and sculpting. Really inspiring and beautiful. More

when you look around the Sanctury of truth .its amazing to think the work and years of on going carving of wood ..great way to spend a day .before you sample the delights of sin city happy hunting More

I felt cheated by how the office staff tried to take as much money from me as possible. The entrance fee was way too high! Do not pay the extra money for a horse and carriage to take you to the giant wooden temple they are constructing because we were taken by a horse and carriage even though we did... More

The best picture of the Sanctuary of Truth can be taken from the boat. So be sure to take the package with the speed boat ride they stop a few times and let you take some pretty good pictures. More