Attractions in Bangkok
Many attractions & Must See in BangkokThere are many attractions in Bangkok, from the exotic golden arches of the city’s historic temples to its maze of floating markets. Many of Bangkok’s attractions are religious or historical in nature or revolve around the waters of the Chao Phraya River, which flows through central Thailand and traditionally was and still is the main mode of transportation through Bangkok. Grand PalaceThe absolutely massive Thai Grand Palace is generally the first stop for most tourists and is easily the most popular attraction in Bangkok, if not the whole country. You could easily get lost in this sprawling maze of halls, gardens and golden-roofed palaces, many of which are still active places of worship requiring a dress code. The attached Wat Phra Kaew, or Temple of the Emerald Buddha, was completed in 1784 and is considered to be the most sacred Buddhist site in Thailand. It is so-named for the small but important Buddha figure made of jade that is housed inside. Combined tickets include both the Palace at Wat Phra Kaew, and it’s best to get an early start, as these two Bangkok attractions alone could take all day to see. Wat PhoHome of the world’s largest reclining Buddha statue, Wat Pho would otherwise be an unremarkable Thai temple, except for the fact that the entire inside space is taken up by a giant golden Buddha laying on his side. Entrance to the temple allows you to walk all around the staggeringly large Buddha, who is surrounded on all sides by rows of candles. You will be asked to remove your shoes here out of respect. Wat Pho is located not too far from the Grand Palace in Old Bangkok. Floating MarketOne of the most unique attractions in Bangkok are the floating markets. As the name suggests, these market consist of dozens of vendors selling flowers, foods and goods off of boats along a small, narrow canals that jut off of the Chao Phraya River. The most famous of the floating markets is Taling Chan Floating Market, which is located in the Thonburi district along the western bank of the river. There are a couple of ways to experience the floating markets: the easiest is to sign up for a guided boat tour, or you can explore on your own by taking a water taxi from Tha Chang pier. Wat ArunStanding along the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn, is another important Buddhist temple. Wat Arun is much more serene than the overrun temples of the Grand Palace, which makes it a nice stop for those looking to escape the crowds. Wat Arun’s prang, or spire, rises like a stacked monument up from the riverside, making this one of the most iconic and well-photographed sites in all of Bangkok. For a different experience, take a water taxi up the Chao Phraya in the evening when Wat Arun is illuminated with golden lights. Jim Thompson’s HouseJim Thompson was a former CIA officer and American businessman who helped revitalize the Thai silk trade during the 1950s and 60s. His disappearance in 1967 has never been explained and has led to his becoming a cult figure in popular culture. The house where he once lived is an architectural masterpiece of several buildings that were built together from six different traditional Thai houses. The house is now a museum that displays Thompson’s collection of Thai art and furniture. |
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