Have you visited Bangkok? Bangkok is arguably one of the most fascinating, dynamic and popular city in the world. It’s no wonder it is the hub of South East Asia with its culture, food, touristic and off-the-beaten spots. Here are some wonders that you should not miss when visiting Bangkok.
Grand Palace
The Grand Palace is a majestic complex of traditional, royal and religious buildings. Located in the heart of Bangkok and quite possibly the most touristic destination in Thailand – it can be visited many ways.
The Grand Palace is a collection of building and used to serve as the official residence of the kings of Siam from 1782 through 1925. This magnificent palace features 12 gates that are dispersed as three on each of the four walls surrounding the complex. There are 17 forts situated along the walls.
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is a royal chapel located within the palace complex – and you can also visit the famous Wat Phra Kaeo.
Wat Arun
Wat Arun, more completely named Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, is a Buddhist temple located along the Chao Phraya River. The name translates “Temple of Dawn” and looks amazing during sunset as it glistens golden from the sun shining on it. It is one of the most iconic attractions of the Bangkok cityscape highlighted by the lights during the evening.
Wat Arun reaches a center height of 282 feet (86 m) with the corners featuring smaller satellite prang. The base of the prang is decorated with figures of ancient Chinese soldiers and animals.
Wat Pho
Bangkok is reputed for its many temples – each of them being unique, full of wonderful stories and stunning architecture. Wat Pho houses the largest reclining Budda image and is home to the birth of traditional Thai massage.
Wat Rong Khun
Wat Rong Khun is more affectionately known as the White Temple. It is a Buddhist temple located in the Chiang Rai Province – which once completed, will feature 9 buildings that include the existing ubosot, a hall of relics, a meditation hall, an art gallery and living quarters for monks.
The Ubosot is the principal building and features an all-white building exterior. The outside features Naga serpents and a three-tiered roof that are beautiful in design. The inside transitions away from the pure white into a more colorful collection of murals depicting orange flames and demon faces, nuclear warfare, terrorist attacks, and oil pumps raging havoc on the world.
Thi Lo Su Waterfall
The Thi Lo Su Waterfall is recognized as the largest and tallest waterfall in Thailand. It could also easily be argued as the most beautiful as well.
Thi Lo Su Waterfall, not officially surveyed, measures a height of 820 feet (250 m) and approximately 1,480 feet (450 m) wide. The Mae Klong River is the source of the falls coming down from Huai Klotho and flowing into the Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary.
