Joanna James
Thailand's capital, Bangkok, is an amazing city that anyone should visit during their stay in the country. August may be the lowest season but it is not the wettest month in the city. Therefore, there are many reasons to travel to this location this month.
Thailand celebrates Her Majesty Queen Sirikit's birthday on August 12 as a public holiday. It is a day to honour Queen Sirikit, who is widely referred to as the "Mother of the Nation." The day also marks Mother's Day (Wan Mae) in Thailand. Witness the celebrations unfurling in the city as it dons shades of blue - the colour associated with the queen. Streets and buildings also light up in multiple hues and are adorned with decorations. You get a range of activities like art exhibitions, handicraft demonstrations, concerts, parades and performances taking over the city. Firework displays and drones reflect messages blessing the queen can be witnessed at night.
Without a doubt, one of the most well-known Buddhist temples in Thailand is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaew. The highly revered Emerald Buddha resides there. Situated on the Grand Palace grounds, it is thought to have been sculpted from a single jade block. You can also inspect some marvellous Thai architectural wonders and vivid and vibrant statues. It is best to visit this place during the early hours of the morning or nearing dusk as many devotees and tourists frequent this site in between this time. Be sure to capture some awesome shots in the outdoor areas when the lighting is just right.
Stretching along 57 hectares of lush greenery, Lumpini Park is a multipurpose destination where you can enjoy fresh air and outdoor activities. A wonderful way you can spend time with your family is to rent a swan boat and take a ride out on the lake. Children will also have fun at the playground while grown-ups can either relax or engage in some physical exercise at the outdoor gyms.
Are you planning to make Lumpini Park one of your primary travel destinations? Then it is best to find accommodation nearby as Bangkok is a heavy traffic zone. If you are looking to stay at a hotel in Bangkok, Sathon in particular has lots of accommodation options from which you can reach Lumpini Park easily. Those who are staying at Chatrium Residence Sathon Bangkok can hop onto a Line 62 bus and get there in about 35 minutes.
If you are looking for an opportunity to connect with Bangkok’s ancient roots, then visit Bangkok National Museum. Situated close to the Grand Palace, it is an art gallery and archaeological museum dedicated to Thailand's major arts. It is housed in the former Royal Palace built in 1782. Three themed halls make up the Bangkok National Museum, which is regarded as one of the largest museums in Southeast Asia. You can find many Buddhist art exhibits, murals, bronzes and prehistoric items at this site. The most noteworthy item here is probably the palace temple Buddhaisawan, an ancient temple, constructed by Rama I, which is regarded as one of the greatest examples of Thai sculpture.
At 185,000 square meters, Siam Amazing Park is recorded as the biggest water park in Europe. Situated in the Khan Na Yao district, this family destination draws its inspiration from the primitive Southeast Asian kingdom of Siam. There are more than 30 thrilling features on this site. The highlight is probably the Tower of Power, a 28-meter-tall vertical slide that plunges riders through an aquarium overrun with sharks. Housing waves as high as three meters, Siam Park is also the location of the biggest artificial wave in the world. Thai landscaping, statues, and temples are among the aspects of Thai culture and architecture incorporated into the park's design.
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