This research paper reveals the types of foreign tourist’s behavior while visiting the temple compound of Wat
Phrachetuponwimolmangkalaram (Wat Pho) in Bangkok, Thailand. The target sample groups are the foreign tourists who visited
the temple, during February, March, April and May 2013.The tools used in the research were 207 questionnaires and behavior
check lists, and samples were dawn by convenience sampling. The respondents’ outstanding objectives were to visit the temple
and pay respects to the Reclining Buddha Image in the Viharn. According to the behavior check lists, wearing revealing attire
was found in moderate frequency. On the other hand, the foreign tourists evaluated themselves at a high level on dressing in
appropriate clothing. However, making loud noises was slightly moderate frequency found.The foreign tourists’ behavior
occurred because of culture and climate differences. It was suggested that etiquette for visiting the temple should be strict in
order to avoid offending Thai Buddhists. For further study, a study of the language and functions used by the temple staff should
be made
This research paper reveals the types of foreign tourist’s behavior while visiting the temple compound of WatPhrachetuponwimolmangkalaram (Wat Pho) in Bangkok, Thailand. The target sample groups are the foreign tourists who visitedthe temple, during February, March, April and May 2013.The tools used in the research were 207 questionnaires and behaviorcheck lists, and samples were dawn by convenience sampling. The respondents’ outstanding objectives were to visit the templeand pay respects to the Reclining Buddha Image in the Viharn. According to the behavior check lists, wearing revealing attirewas found in moderate frequency. On the other hand, the foreign tourists evaluated themselves at a high level on dressing inappropriate clothing. However, making loud noises was slightly moderate frequency found.The foreign tourists’ behavioroccurred because of culture and climate differences. It was suggested that etiquette for visiting the temple should be strict inorder to avoid offending Thai Buddhists. For further study, a study of the language and functions used by the temple staff shouldbe made
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