✨Get ready to be amazed - this stunning Buddhist temple may look like it belongs in Thailand, but it’s actually located in London 🇬🇧 ✨ The Buddhapadipa Temple is the first Thai temple ever built in the United Kingdom and was officially opened in 1976 by Princess Sirindhorn of Thailand 🇹🇭 🧱The temple was designed by a British architect named John F. Keyes, who was inspired by the traditional Thai temple architecture. ✨ The name “Buddhapadipa” means “the footsteps of the Buddha” and refers to the Buddha’s teachings and path to enlightenment. ✨ The temple is set in a beautiful landscaped gardens and features a traditional Thai style, with white walls, contrasting gold and red details ✨ The temple is open to visitors of all faiths and backgrounds, so you dont have to miss it if you are in London 🇬🇧 📍 14 Calonne Rd, London SW19 5HJ #london #visitlondon #thisislondon #londonlife #uk #londoncity #igerslondon #londonist #lovelondon #travel #england #city #prettycitylondon #londonart #londoncityworld #prettylittlelondon #mysecretlondon #itssolondon #ilovelondon #visitengland #londonbylondoners #unitedkingdom #london4all #bestcityintheworld #londondiaries #budhatemple #budha