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Outdoor Attractions in Bangkok – Experiencing the Bustling Side of Bangkok

Life echoes in every nook and corner of Bangkok making it one of the most happening destinations in the world. To truly experience the city, below are some of the most popular outdoor attractions.

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Wat Suthat

Wat Suthat

Spirituality plays a major role in a city like Bangkok. Adorned with temples throughout the city, one could enjoy 'temple hopping' as much as they would club hopping in this colourful destination. Wat Suthat is one of the many places of worship here that emulates a unique aura of its own. Wat Suthat still flaunts the rugged scars of time with lacquer-black chapel walls bathed in magnificently fevered fresco paintings adding to the Italian Renaissance that this temple is so famously known for. The highlight of this attraction however is a massive red ceremonial swing which although is primarily a Hindu symbol, became Bangkok's civic emblem at a time.

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Patravadi Theatre

Patravadi Theatre

Just as exciting as Bangkok's temple scene is its colourful culture that is highlighted by its mind blowing performing arts which are as much alluring as they are intriguing. To witness some of the finest performances in the city there is no better place than the Patravadi Theatre. The Patravadi Theatre is located in one of Bangkok's most breathtaking riverside areas that can be accessed via boat. Founded by one of the nation's most famous actresses, the complex is composed of a theatre, rehearsal space, gift shop and restaurants. For ardent performing arts fans you will be enthralled by the number of avant-garde dancers performing the finest pieces of work; be it in acrobatics, traditional art or Thai drumming.

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Or Tor Gor

Or Tor Gor

A holiday in Thailand is not quite complete without delving head first into the Thai street food scene which showcases some of the most scrumptious Thai food you could ever lay eyes on. A treat for the taste buds, the Or Tor Gor is a favourite among foodies for its ambience is far more appealing in comparison to crowded places like the Chatuchak Market. If you like green mangoes, grilled prawns and coconut curry, there really is no better place in all of Bangkok.

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Cruises on the Chao Phraya River

Cruises on the Chao Phraya River

The ultimate outdoor adventure in Bangkok is a cruise down the iconic Chao Phraya River. A trip that showcases Bangkok's ancient lifeline, the Chao Phraya River Cruise can be enjoyed while staying at Anantara Baan Rajprasong Bangkok Serviced Suites, a highly popular apartment hotel Bangkok has to offer. Such cruises let you see a whole different side to the capital be it ancient temples to people going about their day to day lives on the river.

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Exploring the Art Scene of Bangkok

Exploring the Art Scene of Bangkok

It really is no surprise that Bangkok boasts one of the most loud and prominent art scenes in all of South East Asia that spans from authentically traditional to wild and modern. For a holistic dose of all things artsy in Bangkok the best attraction is the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. This Guggenheim-aping attraction was established in the year 2008 and has been a major hit among art fans ever since it opened its doors.