Dinner Cruise on Bangkok River
Dinner Cruise Bangkok the ‘Venice of the East’ nickname in fact predate Besso’s scribblings from hundreds of years. However, though it is unclear when exactly the phrase was born. It is clear that no tourist guide since (book, person or website) has been able to resist this captivating cliche. Like Burma’s ‘Mandalay’, it evokes the […]
Wat Pho Temple of Reclining Buddha Bangkok
Wat Pho temple Bangkok (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha), or Wat Phra Chetuphon, is located behind the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and a must-do for any first-time visitor in Bangkok. It’s one of the largest temple complexes in the city and famous for its giant reclining Buddha. That measures 46 metres long and […]
Wat Arun Temple of Dawn Bangkok
Wat Arun Temple Bangkok, locally famous as Wat Chaeng, takes place on the west (Thonburi) bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is easily one of the most stunning temples in Bangkok, not only because of its riverside location, but also because the design is very different to the other temples you can visit in […]
The Grand Palace Bangkok
If there is one must-see sight that no visit to Bangkok would be complete without, it’s the dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city’s most famous landmark. Built in 1782 – and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of government – the Grand Palace of […]
The Floating Market Bangkok
Even though transactions are more concerned with tourists rather than locals these days, the floating market;boats are still piled high with tropical fruit and vegetables, fresh, ready-to-drink coconut juice and local food cooked from floating kitchens located right on the boat. To enjoy the atmosphere without haggling over prices, try relaxing on a guided boat […]
Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok
Once only popular among wholesalers and traders, Chatuchak Weekend Market has reached a landmark status as a must-visit place for tourists. Its sheer size and diverse collections of merchandise will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees – this is where you can literally shop ‘till you drop’. The 35-acre (68-rai) area of Chatuchak is […]