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Bangkok, Thailand
Over centuries, Bangkok has been the capital of Thailand and established itself as the cultural center of the whole country. Not only is Bangkok the center of country heritages, but the city is also the hub of educational, economic, business, manufacturer industry, and tourism industry. Bangkok, also known as “Krung Thep” which means the City of Angels, is now the resident of approximately 10 million people and considered one of the biggest cities in the world and the most highly visited cities in Southeast Asia. Bangkok is abundant with friendly people, precious heritages, and charming tourist attractions, including historical place, modern architecture, and natural beauty. The city locates the well-known water way travel along its river; once the city is known as the Eastern Venice. In the land lies with various beautiful temples which turn into the popular tourist spots, such as the Royal Grand Palace, temple of Emerald Buddha, etc.

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Bangkok, Thailand, Temple of the Reclining Buddha

Many temples in Thailand show the country’s unique identity, wonderful architecture, and worthy cultural heritage. The Temple of Relining Buddha or Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chetuphon is the largest temple with 20 acres in Bangkok and is technically the oldest too because it was built around 200 years. However, the high light of the temple is the Buddha image itself; the enormous golden reclining Buddha lies in the temple with 46 meters long and 15 meters high. There are 108 auspicious characteristics of the true Buddha at the feet of the Buddha image.

 
 

Bangkok, Thailand

Spending your vacation in Bangkok, you'll need more time. After loading you luggage in one of hotels, it's time to get the wonderful experience. To begin with making merit trip, Wat Pao and Wat Pra Keaw warmly welcome all of you and bring you to be impressed with Thai architecture, art and Thai massage in Wat pao. Then, tasting Thai recommended menu can fulfill your trip like Pud Thai, Tom Yum Kung, Som Tum and more. For shopaholic, Prathunam, Siam, Jatujak (JJ weekend market) can be your paradise as it sells clothes, bags and accessories. But, your trip won't be complete if you don't spend your nightlife in Kao San Road where collects many pubs and bars within. Don't hesitate to travel in the wonderful city like Bangkok.

 
 

Bangkok, Thailand, Museum of Siam

Museum of Siam the museum is separated in various zone for presenting the story of Thailand with modern touch-screen multimedia. You may know about Thai culture, people, wisdom and history, and you can participate with each room since you can play with the media until you will forget your time. It opens on Tue-Sun from 10.00am to 6.00pm. Furthermore, on Friday evening, there is the special activity on the front yard that you shouldn't miss.

 
 

Bangkok, Thailand, Som Tum

Som Tum is the hot and spicy northern-eastern food (Isaan) with the full-flavored taste. Its ingredients are variety with herbs and vegetables like papaya, garlic, chili, tomato, and mixed with fish sauce, sugar and lime. So, it's benefit for health. At the present, there are many kind of Som Tum by changing ingredient from papaya to be mangoes, mixed fruit and more. If you want to taste it, this menu is easy to find along the way in Bangkok.

 



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