Don't Miss These Amazing Temples and Palaces in Bangkok
The capital city of Bangkok is the crown of Thailand, and the golden temples (wats) and palaces are the glittering crown jewels. Magical experiences can be found at any temple or palace no matter the size or fame of the place. Here are some of the most noteworthy ones to visit and some advice on how to find beautiful royal buildings without planning anything except an impulsive walk about.
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace is one of the most famous and iconic sights in the city. People flock there from as early as 8:30am to worship before work, and throughout the day until closing at 3:30pm. You can wander around the many regal golden buildings guarded by Buddhist statues where kings and queens once lived.
Huge gardens surround the buildings with places to relax and admire the fine architecture.
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is inside the palace as well as many halls, chapels, temples and offices. This special place has a place in the heart of all Thai people, and can't be missed if you are exploring the city.
The Dusit Palace
The Dusit Palace, built at the start of the 20th century, is well worth a visit, and you can take a guided tour or find your own way around the gorgeous historical site. Explore palaces, mansions and throne halls steeped in history and culture.
Wat Pho
Wat Pho is also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, or the formal name, which may be impossible to remember, is Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan.
The stunning golden statue near the Grand Palace is 46 meters long. You can also see a huge collection of Buddha images from temples around Thailand. Wat Pho is also well-known for being the head office of Thai traditional massage and medicine education. Many Thais from around the country go there to study and take their skills back to their home towns or other parts of Thailand to work.
There are literally hundreds of temples in the city of Bangkok. You can wander around on foot, and it won't take long until you discover a new temple. Sometimes this off the beaten track style of temple hopping is the most exciting and interesting. See the main sights and then look around at other temples too.
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