The Grand Palace location wasn’t just a random decision. Close proximity to the main artery of Bangkok, the Chao Phraya River, makes defense against possible invasions easier. King Rama, I chose the site for the Grand Palace because of the Chinese community already residing here. Eventually, they were forced to relocate to Chinatown, located outside of the city.
If you are headed north, Khao Yai National Park is a good place to view the natural splendor of Thailand. Pak Chong, the town closest to the park, is a great place to stop and have a daily market where locals sell their wares. Lam Takhong reservoir is found about 15 kilometers east of the city in a wide valley.
Tonsai is one of the most favored destinations of dirtbags around the world. The hippie lifestyle is well integrated into the culture here. Many people reside in this region for months or even years without feeling the need to return home. After experiencing the magnetic pull of the place personally, you may understand why. Once you enter the Tonsai bubble, you’ll never want to leave.
Imagine a river full of colorful boats with various goods and customers from all over the world. That sounds really interesting! The floating market is one of Thailand’s tourist attractions, attracting people every year, especially those interested in shopping. When you start visiting these amazing markets, you may feel that you entered another world.
In addition to being a century or two north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya city also has a beautiful attraction that is home to hundreds of years old sacred temples and palaces. Located in the Chao Phraya River valley, this historic site was established in 1350 and was once the center of global trade and commerce, and it was home to over one million people. In 2013 Ayutthaya was placed on the list of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that tourists from all over the world can visit. Feeling the awe of the awe-inspiring ancient metropolis and walking its streets makes you feel like you are stepping back in time.
The architecture of Phanom Rung Park displays a Hindu Khmer style. Historically, this temple was built between the 10th and 13th centuries; the most captivating elements of a Khmer temple can be seen in this ruin. Phanom Rung was devoted to divine Shiva, the god of creation and destruction in Hinduism. It is worthwhile mentioning that the 402 meters mountain (an extinct volcano) upon which it was constructed corresponds to the sacred mountain where Shiva resided.
Bangkok is home to many unique temples, many of which are built following historical, religious, and spiritual events. Wat Arun also called the Temple of Dawn, is the most popular temple in Thailand’s capital city. Despite its full name being Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamaha Wihan, it is generally known by locals and tourists as Wat […]