Joanna James
Temples and palaces showcasing culture and heritage, modern skyscrapers showcasing technology and luxury hotels and resorts offering the best of hospitality services – yes, Bangkok is a great combination of all these! Read on to know the places that you can't miss visiting when in Bangkok.
One of the top attractions in Bangkok- the Grand Palace is a great combination of European and Thai architectural styles. Online sources the likes of Travel Bangkok Now quite frequently mention the Chao Phraya River and you find this Grand Palace on the banks of it. This has been used as the residential building by the Siam Kings in the good old times, and even today, many royal ceremonies happen in this palace premises.
Another very significant landmark in Bangkok is the temple 'Wat Arun' (which means the Temple of Dawn) is also located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. The picturesqueness of this ancient Buddhist temple is admired by travellers from every corner of the world, and make sure you visit it before 5.30 pm in the evening as it closes at that time.
This is a place that you should not miss, especially if you are exploring Bangkok with your kids. Head to the Siam Paragon Shopping Mall, and quite interestingly, you find this Ocean World (a huge aquarium) two floors underneath it. There is a 4D theatre to entertain the kids who love exploring the marine life, and because of all these reasons, a visit to the Siam Ocean World is both fun and educational for everyone.
Once again- this theme park is also a must-visit attraction in Bangkok, especially if you travel with your kids. It's an American-style theme park with many modern rides such as Corkscrew, Swinging Viking, and Bumping Cars. There is a special parade called 'Colours of the World' and here, the kids can meet their most-loved cartoon characters and can capture a quick picture with them too.
Bangkok's Safari World has two main parts. The first one is the open zoo and the leisure park, and the other one is the Marine Park. The open zoo offers great safari experiences and the marine park has a rich collection of marine creatures. So, basically, at the Safari World, you can explore wild animals roaming in their natural habitats as if you were in Africa, and then explore the marine creatures as if you were in the Maldives.
Bangkok has the biggest museum in Southeast Asia, and when you are in Bangkok, do not forget to visit this attraction to explore the history and heritage of Thailand. The museum is only open from Wednesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm and there is also an entrance fee applicable for both local and international tourists. If you have a guided tour arranged to this museum, you will be able to explore some belongings of the royal family and Buddhist art with details.
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