Built in 1956, the Erawan Shrine is located at the corner of Ratchadamri and Phloen Chit roads, in front of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel. Countless Thais and other Asian tourists who seek good luck visit this very popular shrine as it is reputed to have the power of granting wishes. Many come to pay homage by offering flower garlands and pray to the four-headed image of the Hindu God Brahma to grant wishes. The first Face which represents the Face of Peace and Health starts in a clockwise direction from the entrance of the shrine, followed by the Face of Good Fortune, Face of Good Relationships and Face of Protection against Evil. Often, if a wish has been granted, people thank the spirits by donating teak elephants, gigantic candles or commissioning the classical Thai dancers and musicians to perform to the Gods.

A Sukhumvit hotel apartment would be the most appropriate choice of accommodation for tourists who intend on having a comfortable stay in Bangkok.

OPENING HOURS:
Daily 6.00am to 11.00pm

GETTING THERE:
Skytrain to Siam Square if you are from the Silom Line, or skytrain to Chit Lom Station if you are on the Sukhumvit Line