For all those looking to visit the happening hotspot of Bangkok, here's a detailed account by our avid traveller, Vijaya Das Panicker on what to expect.
"BANGKOK, the magnificent capital city of Thailand is more than a duty-free shopping paradise. The place is engulfed in a mystical magnetism through its many temples and heritage that dates back to the early 15th century.
It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, and the tourists, especially people from the corporate World love to frequent Bangkok as it provides the best rejuvenation opportunities the World has ever experienced. One can enjoy the serenity of the place during the month of August and December, when the climate is at its best.
Once here feel the peace amidst the many ancient temples that has been in existence since 1782, the oldest being the temple of Wat Phra Kaew, which is popularly known as the ‘Temple of the Emerald Buddha’. The place is a visual treat and provides an aesthetic spectacle of the Grand Palace surrounded by over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics. It is the most sacred temple which houses the tiny Buddha all of 60 and 75cms. The uniqueness of the image is that it changes its robe according to the seasons - in summer, its a diamond encrusted golden robe and during cool winters its a solid gold robe. And, when it is monsoon it is dressed up in a gilded monk’s robe, thus adding charisma and serenity to its talisman power. Apart from this the temple houses many other images of Buddha in different postures and a cloister surrounds the temple that depicts an extensive mural of the great Ramakian, the Thai version of the famous Indian mythological story of Ramayana. The compound of the temple also has some intrinsic work-of-art, depicting a dwarf version of the Cambodian temple complex of Angkor Wat.
The other ancient temple that is a must see which inspires the mortal mind is Wat Pho. It is famous for the huge
reclining Buddha statue which is the largest in Bangkok and a star attraction. This holds a distinction of having the most number of images of the divine Buddha. The exquisite gold plated reclining Buddha is 46 meters long and 15 meters high and was mainly created to narrate Buddha’s journey of life, and the ultimate Nirvana. The feet and eyes of the statue are decorated with mother of pearls that presents the love, devotion and artistic acumen of the craftsman towards the deity. The Wat Pho Temple houses more than thousand Buddha images in its large grounds which features the ruins of the former capitals of Ayuthaya and Sukhothai. And, since you are in Wat Pho, do take time-out from the exploration of the temples to indulge in some traditional Thai massage that is highly recommended by the locals and by the rich and famous who have experienced the heavenly pleasure of the “foot reflexology massage”.
Also, do visit Chinatown and enjoy the urban culture that Bangkok is famous for. Chinatown is presumably the oldest area in Bangkok that has a Chinese twist of affairs to it, and one of the main streets of this area is the Charoen Krung, which is famous for its gambling culture.
In Bangkok, a family can enjoy the history of the place by visiting the National Museum, which is located in the Na Phara That Road. This fascinating museum exhibits the star inscriptions from the Sukhothai era. Also, one can browse through an impressive display of traditional murals, jewelry, gems and musical instruments that were used through the centuries. Also, there are other recreational facilities like the amusement parks which are a huge hit with the children. Other family attractions include the Ancient City, the Crocodile Farm and the Dream World, which spices up the adventure, making the holiday trip, a one big fascinating experience.
This ancient city of Bangkok has so much to offer that it is the perfect getaway where one can enjoy tradition and modernity in equal abundance. But, one needs to visit it more often to get the right vibe of the culture to attain that perfect “Moksh”."
Travelling to Bangkok? Choose an all-inclusive holiday package to this beautiful Thai country. There are a number of customised packages available: Bangkok starting Rs. 10,399, Pattaya & Bangkok starting Rs. 12,099, Phuket & Bangkok starting Rs. 18,899, Bangkok & Krabi Island starting Rs. 21,899 or even Bangkok & Koh Samui starting Rs. 28,799. And if you're looking for a holiday with a streak of wildness, visit Bangkok & Chiang Mai starting Rs. 25,099.
"BANGKOK, the magnificent capital city of Thailand is more than a duty-free shopping paradise. The place is engulfed in a mystical magnetism through its many temples and heritage that dates back to the early 15th century.
It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, and the tourists, especially people from the corporate World love to frequent Bangkok as it provides the best rejuvenation opportunities the World has ever experienced. One can enjoy the serenity of the place during the month of August and December, when the climate is at its best.
Once here feel the peace amidst the many ancient temples that has been in existence since 1782, the oldest being the temple of Wat Phra Kaew, which is popularly known as the ‘Temple of the Emerald Buddha’. The place is a visual treat and provides an aesthetic spectacle of the Grand Palace surrounded by over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics. It is the most sacred temple which houses the tiny Buddha all of 60 and 75cms. The uniqueness of the image is that it changes its robe according to the seasons - in summer, its a diamond encrusted golden robe and during cool winters its a solid gold robe. And, when it is monsoon it is dressed up in a gilded monk’s robe, thus adding charisma and serenity to its talisman power. Apart from this the temple houses many other images of Buddha in different postures and a cloister surrounds the temple that depicts an extensive mural of the great Ramakian, the Thai version of the famous Indian mythological story of Ramayana. The compound of the temple also has some intrinsic work-of-art, depicting a dwarf version of the Cambodian temple complex of Angkor Wat.The other ancient temple that is a must see which inspires the mortal mind is Wat Pho. It is famous for the huge
reclining Buddha statue which is the largest in Bangkok and a star attraction. This holds a distinction of having the most number of images of the divine Buddha. The exquisite gold plated reclining Buddha is 46 meters long and 15 meters high and was mainly created to narrate Buddha’s journey of life, and the ultimate Nirvana. The feet and eyes of the statue are decorated with mother of pearls that presents the love, devotion and artistic acumen of the craftsman towards the deity. The Wat Pho Temple houses more than thousand Buddha images in its large grounds which features the ruins of the former capitals of Ayuthaya and Sukhothai. And, since you are in Wat Pho, do take time-out from the exploration of the temples to indulge in some traditional Thai massage that is highly recommended by the locals and by the rich and famous who have experienced the heavenly pleasure of the “foot reflexology massage”.Also, do visit Chinatown and enjoy the urban culture that Bangkok is famous for. Chinatown is presumably the oldest area in Bangkok that has a Chinese twist of affairs to it, and one of the main streets of this area is the Charoen Krung, which is famous for its gambling culture.
In Bangkok, a family can enjoy the history of the place by visiting the National Museum, which is located in the Na Phara That Road. This fascinating museum exhibits the star inscriptions from the Sukhothai era. Also, one can browse through an impressive display of traditional murals, jewelry, gems and musical instruments that were used through the centuries. Also, there are other recreational facilities like the amusement parks which are a huge hit with the children. Other family attractions include the Ancient City, the Crocodile Farm and the Dream World, which spices up the adventure, making the holiday trip, a one big fascinating experience.
This ancient city of Bangkok has so much to offer that it is the perfect getaway where one can enjoy tradition and modernity in equal abundance. But, one needs to visit it more often to get the right vibe of the culture to attain that perfect “Moksh”."
Travelling to Bangkok? Choose an all-inclusive holiday package to this beautiful Thai country. There are a number of customised packages available: Bangkok starting Rs. 10,399, Pattaya & Bangkok starting Rs. 12,099, Phuket & Bangkok starting Rs. 18,899, Bangkok & Krabi Island starting Rs. 21,899 or even Bangkok & Koh Samui starting Rs. 28,799. And if you're looking for a holiday with a streak of wildness, visit Bangkok & Chiang Mai starting Rs. 25,099.
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