10 Best Vacation Spots in Bangkok

Who does not dream to Bangkok ? There , there is a giant Buddha statue , the market cheap , unique wax museum , and some other interesting places . Record ya ! 10 The best holiday in Bangkok .
Bangkok became one destination traveler destination while visiting Thailand . clear course , all kinds of tours and various activities you can do there . Here are 10 of the best vacation spots in Bangkok , compiled detikTravel , Thursday ( 10/18/2012 ) :
1 . Wat Pho
"There is a giant statue of the reclining Buddha , a relic of the 18th century and is very beautiful . We can also try the authentic Thai massage here , " said manager Thailand Tourism Authority ( ATA ) , Ray Indra Nugraha , to Tatabet .
At Wat Pho reclining Buddha statues are very famous in the world . The Buddha statue has a length of 46 meters and 15 meters high . Not a few of the various world traveler photographed in this temple . Wat Pho opening hours are from 08:00 am to 17:00 pm . Remember , you have to dress modestly when visiting this place .
Uniquely, this sculpture entirely gold -plated . While eyes and feet covered by pearl shell . The statue was to commemorate the Buddha entered nirvana and has existed since the 18th century . Enough with the 20 Baht or around Rp 15,000 , you can get into the temple . Do not forget to try the traditional Thai massage is very popular there .
2 . Grand Palace
During a visit to Bangkok , obliged to visit the Grand Palace . This place is a royal palace that was not occupied by the Thai royal family and used as a tourist attraction . However, this place is often used for large events or other kingdoms . There are also Thai people are praying and passing in the temples in it .
" Grand Palace , the royal palace which is very typical of Thailand , is a very pleasant object , " said Indra .
The buildings in the Grand Palace , Wat Phra Kaew as , Royal Reception Halls , and many other buildings will make you wonder . Temples and other architecture is very unique , colorful , and most hunted traveler to take pictures . Entrance ticket to this attraction is 500 Bath or around Rp 150,000 . Usually , the ticket is a passport to visit Vimanmek Mansion 

  3 . Vimanmek Mansion
Vimanmenk mansion is one of the largest teak building in the world . The building style is very beautiful and the European style . Carvings in wood will make you fall in love . Its architecture is also worth diancungi thumb !
In addition to building a charming , diverse collection of King Rama V in the building will also make you wonder . The collection has reached hundreds of years old , there nielloware , Thai silk with various unique designs and variety of jewelry . Eits , it turns out you can not take pictures in it . However, pictures taken with the teak building from the outside will be very memorable .
4 . Madame Tussauds
" Here there is a statue of the Proclaimers us , Soekarno , and other figures , " said Indra .
During a visit to Bangkok , do not forget to visit Madame Tussauds at Siam Discovery mall . This place is a wax museum with a collection of well-known figures in the world . Who are the characters? There Barrack Obama , David Beckham , Bruce Lee , Lady Gaga , Angelina Jolie , Jim Carey , Princess Diana , and much more . You can take pictures with them . Although only a candle , apparently very exactly to the original you know!
Not only that , now Madame Tussaauds inhabited by prominent Indonesian , Bung Karno . Newly inaugurated last month , Bung Karno wax statue has stood proudly in the museum . White shirt and his cap which makes it similar to the typical original figure Bung Karno . For admission , subject to a fee of 800 Baht for adults , or about USD 247,000 and 600 Baht for children .
5 . Chatuchak Weekend Market
Want to know the favorite shopping places in Bangkok ? Chatuchak Weekend Market is one place. Why, the market is open Saturday and Sunday is very spacious and has lots of stalls . At each stall , you will find a wide variety of goods , there are T-shirts that read Thai , souvenir key chains , figurines , accessories such as bracelets and necklaces , and many more .
" Chatuchak is one of the shopping places in Bangkok , " said Indra .
You have to be smart to bid at this place to get a cheap price . In addition , first determine which items you want to buy , because guaranteed you will not be tempted any past stalls here . Items in each stall was interesting and varied . Prepare the stamina to get around the market .
6 . Chao Phraya river
Favorite activity of the traveler in Bangkok is down the Chao Phraya River. The river is wide and splitting membantang Bangkok City . High-rise buildings , homes , and communities passing Bangkok , can be seen clearly from the boat . There are many cruise ships that can ferry up to you riding to sailing on the river . Exciting !
Not only that , you can also pull in some of the tourist attractions that are around the river . You can visit Wat Pho , the Grand Palace , to place young nongkrongnya in Bangkok , namely Asiatique . To hire a ferry , you have to spend about 20 Bath , or around Rp 7,000 only. In the evening , have dinner at the fine dining cruise will feel special with the lights of the city are beautiful .
" Sailing on the Chao Pharya will witness the beauty of Wat Arun , the Grand Palace , and the symbols of other Bangkok City , " said Indra .
7 . Jim Thompson House
Jim Thompson was a U.S. man who lived more than 20 years in Bangkok . He was very instrumental in the development of Thai Silk , who introduced Thai silk to the world . He also had received the Order of the White Elephant , the awards to foreigners who contributed to Thailand . However , he disappeared while on vacation to Malaysia and a mystery until now .
" The house relics of Jim Thompson, the Thai Silk pioneer , gives us knowledge about the art of high quality , " said Indra .
Well , the traveler who knows the story of his life can visit the Jim Thompson House . Here are six houses with teak structure from different parts of Thailand . In addition , there are relics inside the Jim Thompson house like clothes and collections. Enough with the 100 baht or about USD 30 thousand , you will get around and get to know the figure closer .
8 . Yaowarat
" It could sample a variety of authentic Thai dishes here , " said Indra explained .
Area in Bangkok 's famous Chinatown is Yaowarat . In accordance with the name of the course , the region is claimed to be one of the best Chinatown in the world . This region has existed since 200 years ago , when Chinese migrants coming to Thailand . Not surprisingly , Yaowarat filled with the hustle and bustle of a typical market .
Culinary tours can also be found here . Chinese foods such as noodles , processed beef and pork can be a special dish for you . Moreover , in this place there is also a market , so after eating you can hunt for souvenirs . Chinatown -style atmosphere really felt in this place .
9 . Siam Niramit
Want to find out about the history of Thailand ? Just come to Siam Niramit . This place is one of the largest theaters in the world featuring the distinctive culture of Thailand . You will be blown away while watching the colorful theater performances , perfect lighting , and the players are good at acting !
Sound system was set as possible . The visitors will usually see stories about the kingdom for 90 minutes here . Do stage enlivened by over 100 people . For admission , costing 1,500 baht or about USD 450,000 Quite expensive indeed , but guaranteed you will be satisfied and happy while watching the show .
" Performing Siam Niramit introduce the history and culture of Thailand with the effects of technology that would make amazed , " said Indra .
10 . Siam Park City
Siam Park City is a fun and thrilling rides . Why , here there is a water park and roller coasters in one place . With an area of ​​over 40 acres , you will wet - basahan and also shouted at the top of my voice in Siam Park City . The place is open every day from 10:00 to 18:00 Bangkok time .
In addition to water park and roller coaster , here there are many other rides . You could try the Giant Drop which is equivalent to hysteria , Top Spin is like the Tornado , Twin Dragon or equal to Kora - kora . There are also rides and outbound haunted house here . Entry ticket price is 100 Bath or approximately USD 30,000 and 300 Baht or around Rp 90,000 for adults .Posted by lucky eight at 10:49 PM No comments :Email ThisBlogThis! Share to TwitterShare to FacebookAround the streets of Bangkok - Wat Arun and Khaosan Road

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 In every weekend I could took time to walk around in some places into tourist destination of foreign tourists and local residents in Bangkok Thailand . Lucky to have a friend who had already been living in Bangkok , so just went along the road where their invites . No need to fuss and looking confused and worried one way street .
Bangkok around town , let alone hang out with some people , it's cheaper to take a taxi . Before you take a taxi , we should mention the purpose and do not forget to make sure the driver use the meter ( ranging from 35 baht ) . Sometimes shoot the driver did not want to use the meter price . Intercepted the taxi way , do that again next ngetem mall or hotel .
Are popular and seem to be attempted when to Thailand is the tuk- tuk ride . Tuk - tuk ride can be more expensive than the taxi ride , we had to negotiate before boarding . Bangkok is also a lot of motorcycle taxi drivers , they can easily be marked with pink or orange vest on. Using the average motorcycle matic . Sometimes when alone and where ga so far and jammed conditions again , I choose to ride motorcycles . Abang motorcycle taxi in Bangkok , just wrote brutal as in Jakarta . Nyelap - weaving in between cars , bulldoze sidewalks and sometimes against the flow of vehicles . And we rarely given a helmet .
The first time invited to visit Wat Arun ( temple of dawn ) , there was afternoon . Its location on the banks of the Chao Phraya river . Ride the BTS to Saphan Taksin station . From there a boat ride along the Chao Phraya river , pay 15 baht . The fall in the Tha Tien pier . Because there temple across the river , had to take a small boat to cross again , about 5 minutes , pay 3 baht . This temple is so striking and become landmarks along the Chao Phraya river . Entering the temple must pay 50 baht , and for female visitors are required to dress more decently and not shorts . Colorful walls of this temple was derived from ceramic broken and taped and form a motif of flowers and other decorations . We can rise to the top , but the angle was too steep kemingirannya . Also a bit scary when going down , had to hold on to keep from falling .Views of the Chao Phraya River from the top of Wat ArunView of Wat Arun at twilightCross back from Wat Arun , then walk to Khaosan that turned pretty far too . It seemed almost an hour on foot . My friend was thinking this stray lest too .. hahaha .. Thailand 's thrilling encounter an event on the banks of the Chao Phraya River with views of the Rama VIII Bridge behind him .Rama VIII Bridge
Khaosan Road is the headquarters of the backpacker or budget traveler alias economical walkers in Bangkok . In this area are many cheap accommodation scattered around 400-1000 Baht or 120ribu up 350ribu in Rupiah . Not only is it that makes this place interesting , here is very much a cozy café with its live music , perfect for hanging out late into the night . Increasingly crowded and congested because along the way too full of street vendors . Of fruit sellers to souvenir football gambling and others . Do not miss the Thai massage places competing to attract customers .