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Famous For
Bangkok
Bangkok-the City of Angels, as it is
colloquially called, makes for a
roaring holiday getaway.
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CitMetropolitan
Everything is larger than life in Bangkok, be
it the towering skyscrapers, climate
controlled malls or simply the experience of
living in. Trying your luck on the casino
tables, going on a whirlwind tour of giddying
theme park joyrides, drinking in the rich
cultural milieu of a multitude of temples and
museums and surrendering yourself to this
beautiful destination, get ready for a
memorable holiday.
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When To
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VISIT
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SEE
5 Sights
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Grand Palace
Although, quite a few areas are not open to
the public, the experience of visiting the
Grand Palace is a memorable one. A couple
of other hot draws here are the Amarinda
Hall and the Boroma Biman Hall.
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Wat Pho
The Outer Court at the Grand Palace once
housed the offices of the government
departments such army, civil administration,
and treasury, which were directly handled
by the king. The Central Court was the king’s
residence and affairs of the state were
carried out in the opulently done up halls
here. Further inside is the Inner Court, the
erstwhile home for royal ladies and children.
In fact, the Inner Court is like a city in itself
and is off limits for visitors.
monastery in India where the Buddha is said
to have lived.  Before the temple was
established, the complex served as an
education centre imparting knowledge
about arts and medicine. The idol  is
surrounded by symbols of Buddha like
flowers, white elephants, tigers, dancers and
altar accessories. It depicts marvellous
mosaic and mother of pearl inlaid work.
Once you have seen the insides of
Wat  Pho, you can take a look around,
have a monk bless you for a small donation
or consult a palmist or astrologer. You
can  also enjoy a traditional Thai
massage, which involves a combination of
Yoga postures and therapeutic
healing. 
Grand Palace Thanon Na Phra Lan,
Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra
Nakhon, Bangkok
Home to the famed ‘Temple of the Emerald
Buddha’, the Grand Palace is actually a
series of palaces located within a huge
compound. When you are visit places like
Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew, make sure to
visit this amazing place as well. The place
feels like it is just out of a Thai fairytale, with
elegantly crafted doorways, pillars,
structures and roofs.
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2 Sanamchai Road, Grand Palace
Subdistrict, Pranakorn District,
Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Considered as the first public university of
Thailand, Wat Pho taught people literature,
religion and science by means of the
colourful paintings that deck its walls. It is a
mesmerising temple complex perched on
one end of the Grand Palace. This is one of
the biggest temples in Bangkok and is also
called the birthplace of the original Thai
massage. The Buddha statue here is a
massive one, measuring 43m long and 15m
high.
What is highly interesting to know is that
Wat  Pho is actually named after a
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Wat Arun
the intricate Thai architecture coupled with
an aura of spiritual comfort as beautiful as
the Temple of Dawn. Climb around the
winding staircase to the top of the temple
and let the beauteous sweeping views of the
City of Angels take your breath away. Locally
this temple is called Wat Arun, and this
monument is best viewed in the evening
when twinkling city lights add divine beauty
to its precincts. It is said that Wat Arun or
the Temple of Dawn is symbolic of Mount
Meru, the centre of the universe according
to Buddhist Cosmology. This theory is
supported by the four-corner prang of the
Temple, which house the images of
Buddhism's guardian gods. The Wat Arun is
also symbolic of single mindedness, which
all followers of Buddhism seek. It is said that
Wat Arun is the third leg of the holy trinity
commanded by Wat Pho and Wat Phra
Kaew. Though the place was named Temple
of Dawn for the beautiful rays it sets off as
soon as early morning sunlight comes by,
the true beauty of this temple comes to life
once the sun sets.
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158 Wang Doem Road, Bangkok Yai,
Bangkok 10600, Thailand
Wat Arun
is what you see as a marvelous example of
Temple of the Golden Buddha
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661, Chaoren Krung Road, Bangkok,
Thailand
One of the most popular religious and
tourist attractions of Bangkok,
Temple of the Golden Buddha is surely a not
to miss place when you are here. Housing a
massive statue of Buddha in pure gold
(which is arguably the largest one in world)
and other shiny buildings within its
premises, the temple remains flocked by
devotes and tourists alike. Other than its
religious significance, the place is a visual
treat as well with its grand architecture and
awesome paintings that adorn the walls of
temple, everything about this temple is
nothing short of pure magic. 
There is an interesting mythological story
attached to Temple of the Golden Buddha
which goes like this- the Buddha here was
covered in plaster and suddenly a chunk fell
out of nowhere, revealing the statue which
turned out to be made from gold. Till date,
the statue looks like it has been dipped in
gold everyday due to its shimmer and
shining quality. With all this to explore and
experience at the Temple of the
Golden Buddha, it will definitely find a place
in your itinerary 
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The National Museum
Bangkok
4 Na Phra That Alley, Phra Borom
Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon,
Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Established by King Rama V in 1874,
National Museum Bangkok is a window to
the myriad aspects of Thailand, such as
culture, history and Buddhist influence.
Located in the Front Palace, the museum
houses captivating remnants from the
bygone era, including the prized The King
Ram Khamhaeng Inscription, believed to
have been written by the legendary king
Ramkhamhaeng, probably country’s most
ancient work of literature. You can go for
guided tours that are available in different
languages, including English, French and
German.
The displays at National Museum Bangkok
include vast collections of antiques,
prehistoric art, bronzes, ceremonial
carriages, murals and antiquities 
from other South Asian nations. The
museum actually spans several buildings
and for the same reason, is touted as the
biggest museum in all of South East Asia.
Where To
Eat
5 Places
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Bourbon Street Bar &
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Restaurant
Special days to look forward to are the days
of the special Mexican buffet. Those who
have eaten here on these days, remember
it  as the meal of a lifetime!
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Blue Elephant
9/39-40, Soi Tana Arcade, Sukhumvit
63 Road, Bangkok, Thailand
+66-02-3816801
233, Th Sathon Tai, Bangkok,
Thailand
Serving Creole and Mexican food, Bourbon
Street Bar & Restaurant is a good place
to head to if you love experimenting with
your food! The owner has his own Crayfish
Farm and has even written a book on spicy
Thai food. Head here for a culinary
adventure which is one of its kinds! It is
claimed that there is no single item on the
menu here which is not appreciated by the
restaurant's patrons. Do try the Beef
Brisquuet, Carrott Cake and Ribs here.
Blue Elephant is an international chain of
restaurants which serves authentic Thai
cuisine, delighting the world with its
delicacies. Walk into this place for a culinary
experience fit for royalty, complete with lip
smacking non vegetarian food and efficient
service.
As far as the ambience of the place is
concerned, it is always lively and bustling
with happy energy as lots of happy
customers keep walking in and out. The
waiters are mostly pleasant, but it can be a
slight problem to get their attention during
rush hours. The owner is almost always
around and happy to interact with you and
it is surely one refreshing chat.
Must Try: Pumpkin Stalks and Duck. Your
food will be given such a delightful
presentation, that you may just wish to click
a picture or two of it. But then again, you are
going to eat for your life once the first bite is
down! If you fall in love with Thai cuisine
here, you can also don the chef’s hat and
learn authentic cooking at the Blue Elephant
Cooking School.
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wallet.
The place also organises buffet lunches, and
if you happen to be around during the
afternoon, don't think twice before dropping
by. Make sure you work up a Godzilla
appetite, because there are wonderful
scallops, soups, curries and desserts
awaiting you!
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To quote a frequent foodie to the place:
"Yusup's food is the stuff of epics!"
your appetite on the main course, the
desserts are no less! Don't believe us? Take
a bite of the Almond and Fig cake and you
will know!
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Anotai
Face (Hazara)
Yusup
976/17, Opposite Soi Rama 9
Hospital, Hwaykwang, Thailand
+66-02-6415366
29, Sukhumvit Road, Soi 38,
Prakanong Klongtoey, Bangkok,
Thailand
Mid-range
Kaset-Navamin Highway, Greater
Bangkok, Thailand
+66-02-362864
Quaintly tucked in the northern outskirts of
Bangkok is this delightful place,Yusup. A
favourite with tourists and residents alike,
it’s usually packed to the brim, so it’s
suggested that you get a reservation. They
serve some simply sizzling stuff like Curries,
Biryani, Goat Kuruma, Kaeng Kari Kai,
Chicken Curry, Ajjat, Beef Mataba and more
of it. Morsel by morsel, you’ll lose yourself to
the magic. To cut a long story short, this is
one place in Bangkok where you get
awesome taste without huge cuts to the
Though it seems like some run of the mill
tiny eatery in the north east suburbs, it’s a
haven for vegetarians. Savour the pan
Indian dishes here, brainchild of the owner
who holds the distinct reputation of getting
fresh veggies, all home grown. Now that
actually is some food for thought. Cookies
and Butterfly Pea Tea are just some of the
specialities.
If you are a large group and can't zero in on
one place for non vegetarian food, 
head to Face, a restaurant complex housing
three restaurants. It serves Thai, Japanese
and North Indian Frontier cuisine. The place
is packed on weekends, and it might be a
good idea to get a reservation!
The menu here is pretty much plain vanilla,
but when you are being served such fresh
veggies, it doesn't really matter. Some of the
stellar dishes here are the Organic Veggie
Salads (mustard dressing, YUM), Spinach
Lasagna and the Tofu dishes. Don't lose all
Candles, plants, ponds, wooden antiques
and a lot of class spell the ambience of this
exquisite restaurant. What's more, even
Bangkok's locals vouch for this fact: there is
no other place so classy that serves
authentic Thai food like Face. The multi level
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teak home, adorned with antiques, set in an
exotic tropical garden with intimate dining
spaces makes it the perfect place for a
special dinner with your loved ones. Don't
forget to try Pomelo Salad, Deep Fried
Whole Sea Bass and Garlic Prawns here!
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Quick
LOCATE
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See
A: Grand Palace
B: Wat Pho
C: Wat Arun
D: Temple of the Golden Buddha
E: The National Museum Bangkok
Accommodation
F: Loog Choob
G: My Bangkok Pad II
H: The Sukosol Hotel
I: Loog Choob
J: My Bangkok Pad II
K: The Sukosol Hotel
L: Loog Choob
M: My Bangkok Pad II
N: The Sukosol Hotel
Food
O: Bourbon Street Bar & Restaurant
P: Blue Elephant
Q: Yusup
R: Anotai
S: Face (Hazara)
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