Temple of the Tooth dress code and finding quiet spots for meditation
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You must wear white or light-colored clothing covering shoulders and knees. No hats or shoes inside. The main shrine room gets very loud during the daily pooja (drumming). For quiet meditation, head upstairs to the museum area or sit quietly in the courtyard near the audience hall, which is much more serene.
If you bring a sarong, you can easily wrap it around your waist over your shorts before entering. But make sure it is not sheer.
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