Thailand Bangkok: 10 must-see places to discover Bangkok, Travel to Thailand 4.5 (6)I already explained before why in my opinion visiting Bangkok is a must (see the article here), yes yes, I assure you, some people wonder if it's worth it, I know that others skip it altogether, preferring the beaches of the south or the mountains of the north...Bangkok has become a real hub in Asia, an essential hub that made it the most visited city in the world in 2012/13 (beaten this year by London, Paris bringing up the rear of the podium). Many flights allow you to reach the capital of Thailand from any continent.Panorama of Bangkok from Wat SaketFor example, I advise you to take your flight to Bangkok with the Emirates company which remains a reference in terms of quality price (and then the experience of the A380 is a little extra, I was able to take advantage of it by making a stopover in Dubai)When I say "must-see" I assume that not everyone will necessarily return to the city of angels, and in general, everyone stops there for an average of 2 days (sometimes 3 or 4 or conversely only one day). This list is intended to be a summary of the places that seem to me to be worth a look if you have a day or 2 to do. Concretely to see everything on this list, you need to count on 2 days. Summary hide 1- Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaeo) 2- Wat Pho 3- Wat Saket 4- Wat Arun 5- Walk in the canals 6- Chinatown 7- Pratunam District 8- Chatuchak Weekend Market 9- Flower market 10- Thai boxing at Lumpini Stadium Bonus- Bangkok by night 1- Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaeo)This 2 in 1 combo can be visited in one go because the ticket includes both which are side by side anyway. Generally the place is more simply referred to as "Grand Palace" if you ever ask a taxi to take you there, normally it costs 2 baht from Khao San but the journey is doable on foot, it will take you along the royal square of Sanam Luang, located in front of the Grand Palace.2- Wat PhoWat Pho is known for its reclining Buddha dressed in gold, 45 meters long and 15 meters high. Dating from 1788 (built just after the Grand Palace), it is one of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok. Its shortened name is taken from a monastery in India, the full name being Wat Phra Chettuphon Wimon Mangkhlaram Ratchaworamahawihan.3- Wat SaketPerched on its 80m artificial "mountain", the temple offers a superb view of the surroundings of Bangkok. From here you can see the roofs of the temples among the many other buildings that make up cosmopolitan Bangkok. The golden Chedi at its summit earned it the nickname of the golden mountain. A stroll through the surrounding streets is also a must in order to appreciate the small streets of the old city!4- Wat ArunAfter 3 years of extensive renovation, Wat Arun has regained its splendor (and especially its whiteness). The mythical temple faces Wat Pho and is located on the banks of the Chao Phraya. Its appeal comes among other things from its decorations made with pieces of Chinese porcelain that color this iconic tower of Bangkok.5- Walk in the canalsThe city also has the nickname of Venice of the East and it is not for nothing! Although many of the canals that make up the city have disappeared to make way for streets and avenues, there are still enough to appreciate another Bangkok, an unsuspected Bangkok in harmony at the water's edge. Discover this unique facet of the city, a very pleasant visit!6- ChinatownLocated in the Yaowarat district, Chinatown is one of the oldest districts in Bangkok. Come and wander through the alleys, zagging between the many food stalls and countless shops selling absolutely everything. Speaking of food, this is precisely a district of choice to make your taste buds capsize. From there, you can also reach the Indian district located right next door.7- Pratunam DistrictThe Pratunam district encompasses the entire super shopping mall area. This is the district that includes the famous MBK, Siam Square, Siam Paragon and Central World to name a few. But again, although it is in the modern part, there are always surprises like the Wat Pathum Wanaram, a temple stuck between the Siam Paragon and Central World, or the Erawan Shrine.8- Chatuchak Weekend MarketWhile you're shopping, why not go to THE market in Bangkok. Chatuchak is the largest weekend market in the world, so if you can't find anything to bring back as a souvenir, you're intractable! Easy to access since it's located at the end of the BTS line (Sukhumvit line, Mo Chit station), you can easily spend a few hours there given the maze of stalls!9- Flower marketA little less known, the Bangkok flower market (Pak Khlong Talat) is generally visited as a continuation of the visit after or before Chinatown and the Indian quarter. Located on Chakpet Street, adjacent to the Memorial Bridge (the first bridge in Bangkok whose evening atmosphere is not unpleasant either), the market is active all day and evening. Many Thais come here to stock up on flowers whether for simple decoration, ceremonies or for offerings.10- Thai boxing at Lumpini StadiumWhat would a trip to Thailand be without attend a real Thai boxing match ? And for that, nothing better than the Lumpini stadium. Located next to the park of the same name, the stadium is accessible via the subway (MRT Lumpini) or the BTS (Sukhumvit line, Sala Daeng station). Come and cheer on the champions in a high-energy atmosphere, there are matches every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evening. [EDIT 2014: RIP to the legendary stadium which is no longer, at least, no longer in its ideal location in the city center, but is now far away in the north of the city, you can always refer to the Ratchadamoen stadium]Bonus- Bangkok by nightTo end your stay, enjoy the nightlife of the city of angels, whether it's for the party all night long in the style of "Very Bad Trip II" or simply relaxing on the terrace of a bar with a panoramic view of Bangkok, there is no shortage of options in Bangkok to have a good time in the evening. I dare to mention the famous Soi Cow Boy which after all can be "visited" in the same way as the red light district of Amsterdam!Your opinions, suggestions? To your keyboards! Did you like the article? Vote on the article Note globale 4.5 / 5. Number of votes: 6 No votes yet. Be the first to rate this article! Did you like the article? Follow me on social media Capital Essentials to visit Urban exploration 0 9 Roman 20/02/2014
