Joanna James
There would be an array of not-to-be-missed sightseeing attractions in the Thai capital, Bangkok, that you simply must have on your itinerary; these include the Jim Thompson House Museum, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Grand Palace, Wat Arun and more.
An appealing attraction at which to start your tour of Bangkok’s entrancing highlights would be the alluring Jim Thompson House Museum. At this site, you would encounter several traditional teakwood houses which were at one time the property of the famous American businessman Jim Thompson. At this museum, visitors would find a selection of articles once owned by Thompson, including distinctive artworks obtained from the various regions of Thailand, including some exquisite examples of local silks.
Avid shoppers would be mesmerized at Bangkok’s Chatuchak Weekend Market which would be counted amongst the world’s largest flea markets. In fact, there would be hardly anything you couldn’t find in this vast marketplace if you take the opportunity to explore it. From unusual works of art to a range of apparel, handicrafts, kitchenware and many offbeat articles, this market would offer a marvellous collection of goods to browse through. Should you desire to avoid the crowds, you may take the opportunity to visit this market in the early hours of the morning at which time it would be easier to make your way through the numerous aisles.
Undoubtedly, one of the Thai capital’s best-known sightseeing attractions would be the splendid Grand Palace compound which would be filled with an array of impressive and eye-catching buildings, statues, shrines and more. An important feature of this complex would be Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. As its name indicates, this much-venerated temple enshrines the invaluable Emerald Buddha statue; interestingly, the Thai king has the responsibility of changing this statue’s cloak according to the seasons.
Another renowned religious attraction in Bangkok would be the unmistakable Temple of Dawn or Wat Arun which would present an arresting sight for the visitor. At this majestic temple located alongside the Chao Phraya River, you would see five lofty towers that would be visible from a distance. You will see that these towers have been embellished with vibrantly coloured ceramic tiles and pieces of porcelain. As you experience the things to do around Bangkok, an accommodation choice to consider from which you could conveniently visit this temple would be Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel.
Culture and art lovers should take the opportunity to visit the engrossing Bangkok National Museum where you would encounter a collection of fascinating displays. Whilst featuring a remarkable selection of Asian art, this site would also exhibit artefacts from the Neolithic period, regional craftwork and works of religious art. You would also have the opportunity to join a guided tour that would provide you with a deeper understanding of the museum’s treasures.
An attraction of a very different kind would be Khao San Road which is renowned as a popular haunt of backpackers. On this street, you would encounter innumerable bars, chain restaurants, street food stalls and vendors selling various products and souvenirs. Countless backpackers arrive at this locality to socialize and party the night away creating a multicultural vibe. At the local bars, you could enjoy cheap drinks whilst taking in the distinctive ambience of Khao San Road.
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