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Culture of Bangkok. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
The majority of the attractions of the city have a religious significance. Beautiful temples and ancient monasteries keep a lot of secrets and beautiful legends, and their beautiful inner decoration does not cease to amaze visitors with luxury and elegance. Making a visit to National Museum is a great way to learn the culture and lifestyle of local residents. A part of its exhibition is located under the open sky. Among the artifacts, which are stored in the museum, you will see ancient musical instruments, costumes and jewelry, art objects, and even a collection of medieval carriages.
Dream World Park has prepared a lot of fun for everyone. Hundreds of attractions, unforgettable shows, cozy cafes and toy stores - this park is the perfect place for a family vacation. Its … 
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1. Local people are very intolerant to public expression of love, so do not even hold each other’s hands while walking in the city - this will cause confusion and contempt. 2. … Open
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Among the luxury buildings in the capital of Thailand there are several ones you should visit a priori. This includes the temple of Wat Arun, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), and Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha). Each of the temples will amaze even a writer’s imagination; these are excellent places for inspiration and wonderful memories. There are many interesting sculptures in the capital of Thailand, among them Hindu shrines like the statue of the elephant-like god Ganesha and the monument to Trimurti, memorials – for example, the one built in honor of the events of October 14, 1973 (symbolically, that it is located next to the Monument of Democracy – another entertaining sculpture in the city), as well as monuments to the kings – Rama V, Rama VI and Rama III.
Bangkok is a city of amazing skyscrapers, giant shopping malls and exotic restaurants. Every traveller will find entertainment to fit his or her taste in Bangkok. Fans of exploring hidden or … Open
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Quite unexpectedly you can discover that the Wat Ratchabopit cemetery in Bangkok will be one of the most interesting places to visit. Beautiful with its luxury gardens and interesting mausoleums, this is how the cemetery looks like in the capital of Thailand. Lovers of abandoned buildings will be delighted with The Sathorn Unique Tower. This is not just an abandoned house, but a huge abandoned skyscraper (it has 49 floors). There are many local legends connected with the place, which is not surprising, because merely looking at it, one can be surprised at how thin the line is between the luxury of the city and the solitude of this place. Another similar place is the “graveyard” of the Boeing 747 aircraft, located on Ramkhamhaeng Road.
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Bangkok is the highest hotel in Thailand. It is located in a 309 metre tall tower with 88 stores. The hotel has become famous because of a 360 degree rotating observation … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bangkok and surroundings
Plan your own excursion through Bangkok: churches, museums and castles
Grand Palace, Bangkok
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Facts:
» The Grand Palace is the Bangkok's most famous landmark. Facts:» The palace consists of several buildings, occupying an area of 218 thousand m2 and is surrounded by four walls of 2 km long.
» The Grand Palace served as the residence of the Kings of Thailand. Its construction began during the reign of King Rama I in 1782.
» There are various government offices, temples and the Royal Library in the palace. In addition, many galleries of the palace are decorated with frescoes depicting the life of Rama I.
» The palace is almost always open to visitors. However, you can enter the territory of the palace complex only in long clothes.
» There is the lying Buddha at the palace. Statue of the lying Buddha is 15 meters in height and 46 meters in width. The statue is covered with golden sand.
Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Bangkok
Location on the map: Facts:
» The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is one of the most frequently visited temples; both tourists and Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world come there. Facts:» Dimensions of Buddha statues in the temple are quite small, only 66 cm high and 48 cm wide with a pedestal.
» Contrary to the name of the temple, the statue of the Buddha isn’t made of emerald.
» Three times a year the King of Thailand, or the crown prince changes clothes on Buddha according to the season. Special summer and winter clothes decorated with precious stones and gold, as well as clothing for rainy weather were sewn for Buddha statues.
» Temple walls are painted with scenes from Buddha's life, beginning from his childhood and youth and ending with the Great reincarnation and Nirvana.
Temple of Dawn, Bangkok
Location on the map: Facts:
» The Temple of Dawn is one of the most beautiful temples in Bangkok despite of its relative modesty and simplicity. Unlike most others, this temple is missing a large number of gold statues, emerald decoration and other luxuries. Facts:» The height of the temple tower is variously estimated from 66.8 to 88 meters, and it’s still the highest in Thailand.
» The tower of the temple remained the highest in Bangkok until the beginning of construction of skyscrapers.
» Currently, anyone can climb to the top of the temple tower and admire Bangkok from aerial view.
» The temple got its name in honor of the Indian god of dawn, Arun.
Holy Rosary Church, Bangkok
Facts:
» The Holy Rosary Church is one of the first Christian churches in Bangkok. » It was created by Portuguese sailors in 1787.
» At present, main visitors of the temple are local Catholics, the Chinese and immigrants from Vietnam and Cambodia.
» This temple is one of the Christian monuments in the predominantly Buddhist country, indicating the religious harmony in Thailand.
» Among the local residents the church is known as Kalawar that comes from the distorted word ‘Calvary’.
Democracy Monument, Bangkok
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» The Democracy Monument was erected in 1939 in memory of the military coup on June 24, 1932 that led to a change in the political structure of the country from monarchy to the constitutional monarchy. Facts:» Dimensions and details of the monument symbolize the establishment of the constitutional monarchy in Thailand.
» Four wings, each of 24 meters height, symbolize June 24, the date of adoption of the new constitution of Thailand.
» Wings also symbolize military forces of the country: the army, air force, navy and police.
» The text of the Constitution is carved on the central monument.
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Bangkok
Grand Palace
Where: Na Phra Lan Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.30 – 15.30; Tickets: Admission fee; More info: Dress code;
Where: Na Phra Lan Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.30 – 15.30; Tickets: Admission fee; More info: Dress code;
Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Where: Na Phra Lan Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.30 – 12.00, 13.00 – 15.30; Tickets: Admission fee; More info: Situated on the grand palace grounds. dress code;
Where: Na Phra Lan Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.30 – 12.00, 13.00 – 15.30; Tickets: Admission fee; More info: Situated on the grand palace grounds. dress code;
Wat Phra Chettuphon (Wat Pho)
Where: Sanam Chai Road and Maharaj Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.00 – 17.00 daily; More info: Next to the grand palace. dress code;
Where: Sanam Chai Road and Maharaj Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 08.00 – 17.00 daily; More info: Next to the grand palace. dress code;
Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn)
Where: 34 Arun Amarin Road, Bangkok; More info: On the west side of the chao phraya river.;
Where: 34 Arun Amarin Road, Bangkok; More info: On the west side of the chao phraya river.;
Wat Saket and Phu Khao Thong (The Golden Mount)
Where: Ratchadamnoen Klong, Bangkok; Opening hours: 9.00 – 17.00; More info: Ratchadamnoen klong (canal) and boripihat road;
Where: Ratchadamnoen Klong, Bangkok; Opening hours: 9.00 – 17.00; More info: Ratchadamnoen klong (canal) and boripihat road;
Siam Ocean World
Where: 991 Rama I Road, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0)2 687 2000; More info: Siam paragon, basement level, 991 rama i road;
Where: 991 Rama I Road, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0)2 687 2000; More info: Siam paragon, basement level, 991 rama i road;
Lumphini Park
Where: Rama IV Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 04.30 (am) – 21.00; Metro: MRT (underground transit train); More info: Rama iv road, wangmai subdistrict, patumwan;
Where: Rama IV Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: 04.30 (am) – 21.00; Metro: MRT (underground transit train); More info: Rama iv road, wangmai subdistrict, patumwan;
Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall
Where: Ratchawithi Road, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0) 2 628 6300; More info: Across from dusit zoo;
Where: Ratchawithi Road, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0) 2 628 6300; More info: Across from dusit zoo;
Jatujak Weekend Market (also: Chatuchak)
Where: Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday; Metro: MRT (underground transit train);
Where: Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Bangkok; Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday; Metro: MRT (underground transit train);
Sala Chalermkrung Theatre: Khon Masked Dance
Where: 66 Charoen Krung Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0) 2 222 0434;
Where: 66 Charoen Krung Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok; Telephone: +66 (0) 2 222 0434;
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Where: Samut Sangkhram Ratchaburi Province, Bangkok; Opening hours: 07.00 – 11.00 (am) daily;
Where: Samut Sangkhram Ratchaburi Province, Bangkok; Opening hours: 07.00 – 11.00 (am) daily;
Reference information
Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Bangkok
♥ Palace 'Bang Khun Phrom Palace' , 2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Burapha Phirom Palace' , 2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Chitralada Palace' , 2.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Suan Pakard Palace' , 2.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Dusit Palace' , 2.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Saranrom Palace' , 2.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Chakrabongse Palace' , 2.7 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Bangkok and around
♥ Art museum 'Bangkok Art and Culture Centre' Bangkok, 1.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Silpakorn University Art Gallery' Bangkok, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'National Gallery of Thailand' Bangkok, 2.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Bangkok National Museum' Bangkok, 2.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Thavibu Gallery' Bangkok, 3 km from the center. On the map
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Bangkok
Landmarks of culture on Bangkok map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Bangkok. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Bangkok: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Bangkok. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
