Maybe not a sight, but definitely an attraction and landmark of Thailand is a ride with a tuk tuk in Bangkok. A trip in one of the three-wheeled taxis is a must when visiting the Thai metropolis. However, some caution is required, because scammers and rip-offs are also on the move here.

Drive a tuk-tuk

The auto rickshaw – a mixture of car and motorcycle are three-wheeled taxis, which are now an integral part of Bangkok’s cityscape, but also of Thailand as a whole. Tuk-tuks are now a symbol of the city, as are the temples and the massage parlors. A tuk-tuk ride can be fun and cheap. In any case, you should have participated in the fun once. But as with many other things, you should inform yourself well beforehand so that you don’t fall into the tourist trap.

It makes sense to negotiate the price beforehand. A clear agreement avoids long discussions after the journey. It is also advisable to have the right money with you. Since it is often pointed out that there is no change. Do not get on at the tourist attractions, where the prices are particularly expensive. This also applies to stationary tuk-tuks. Rather stop a moving tuk-tuk.

If you want to be on the safe side, book a tour through a reputable provider such as GetYourGuide. Then you can enjoy the ride in a relaxed manner.

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South of the Royal Palace is the temple Wat Pho, which houses the 46 meter long viharn of the Reclining Buddha houses. The temple is one of Bangkok’s most important sights.

Wat Pho with reclining Buddha

The Buddhist temple Wat Pho is located in the center of historic Bangkok, south of the grand palace. The wat is said to have been founded as early as the 17th century. King Rama I expanded and renovated the temple and gave it its current name. All the kings of the Chakri dynasty who followed him also expanded the complex. The complex includes several attractions:

• Phra Ubosoth
• Viharn of the Reclining Buddha
• Phra Maha Chedi Si Ratchakan
• “Open University”

The main sight and main attraction is the famous 46 meter long and 15 meter high gilded reclining Buddha statue. It is located in the Viharn of the Reclining Buddha. It is not the largest Buddha statue. There are quite a few in Thailand. However, it is one of the most beautiful and famous in Bangkok. Convince yourself on site. It is impressive.

Another important sight is located in Phra Ubosoth. There you will find Phra Phuttha Thewa Patimakon, an Ayutthaya-style seated Buddha statue that contains the remains of King Rama I in the base.

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Address

2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

Opening hours

open daily from 8.00 a.m. to 6.30 p.m

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Owned by Wat Phra Kaeo, built in the late 18th century on the site of the Royal Palace to the main temples and Sights of Bangkok. It houses the world-renowned and famous Emerald Buddha, the national shrine of Thailand.

Wat Phra Kaeo with Emerald Buddha

Wat Phra Kaeo is one of the most important temples in Bangkok. If it is not even the most important temple. Because here you will find the national shrine of Thailand, the Emerald Buddha. This is not – as the name would suggest – made of emerald, but a Buddha made of jade. The Buddha himself is only 66 centimeters tall and sits on a gilded throne. However, it has an important religious significance. It is said to have magical powers. There are countless myths and legends surrounding the mysterious and precious statue.

Components of the temple

The temple was built by King Rama I in 1784 as a royal temple. It was part of the area of ​​the old royal palace in Bangkok. Over time, several alterations were made to the temple. Today’s temple includes several components:

• The Chapel of the Emerald Buddha, south of the Upper Terrace
• The Phra Ubosot surrounded by a low wall, the Jewel Wall
• 12 Sala Rai,
• Hor Rakhang, a clock tower
• Upper Terrace with 4 main monuments (Phra Sri Rattana Chedi, Phra Mondop, Prasart Phra Thepbidorn, Miniature Model of Angkor Wat, Two Gold Chedis and fourteen statues of mythological beings )
• four monuments of the Royal Regalia (Phra Borom Ratchasanyarak) on the sides of the library
• Annex (North below Upper Terrace) with Hor Phra Nak (Royal Family Mausoleum), Viharn Yod, Hor Phra Monthien Dharma (Manuscript Library)
• East of the Upper Terrace, east of the Ubosot are eight prangs dedicated to important elements of Buddhism
• The galleries (Phra Rabieng) surround the entire temple area like a cloister. The Ramakien (the great Hindu epic about the god hero Rama and his victory over evil) is told on a total of 178 fields.

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Address

QF2V+M34, Na Phra Lan Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10200, Thailand

Opening hours

daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

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Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, is a Buddhist temple (wat) in Bangkok’s Bangkok Yai district. It is located on the western bank of the Mae Nam Chao Phraya (Chao Phraya River) and is one of the most important sights of Bangkok.

Wat Arun | Temple of Dawn

The temple can be seen from afar and, due to its striking construction and appearance, is not only one of the most popular sights, but also one of the most important landmarks in the city. The temple is named after Aruna, the Hindu god of dawn. The temple was dedicated to this figure from Indian mythology. The Wat Arun is a first class royal temple.

Wat Arun was built during the Ayutthaya period and was originally called Wat Makok. With the construction of King Taksin’s new palace in 1768, the temple and Wat Tai Talad were included in the palace grounds and renamed Wat Chaeng. Over time, the temple has been restored and expanded. The Prang, which was only 16 m high at the time, was also increased to its current size. The temple temporarily housed the Emerald Buddha, which was captured in Vientiane, until it was later moved to a new temple across the river.

Building of Wat Arun

The building comprises several elements: The central Prang, dthe small Wihan, dhe archway with crown, dhe ordination hall, Chinese pavilion Sala Tha Nam, d span>er Wihan and the Mondop with two three-story bell towers.

The height of the prang of the building is given with different information in different sources. The temple is approximately 80m high with a circumference of 234m. The beautiful appearance of the building results from a mosaic of colorful Chinese porcelain and shells covering the entire building. A total of around one million parts, which are arranged in flower patterns, give the building its appearance.

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Address

PFVQ+FH9, 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand

Opening Hours

The facility can be visited daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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One of the most important sights of Bangkok is the Grand Palace. It was the official Bangkok residence of the kings of Siam (present-day Thailand) from the late 18th century to the mid-20th century. It was only in 1946 after the death of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) that the palace was moved to the Chitralada Residence of Dusit Palace.

The Grand Palace | Residence of the kings of Siam

On May 6, 1782, the cornerstone of the palace was laid. Architecturally, the Grand Palace is very similar to the royal palace of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya that was destroyed by the Burmese. Because it was modeled on the old royal palace in Ayutthaya. After completion, the palace served as the residence of the king and the administrative seat of the government for over 150 years. With its magnificent buildings, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the many decorative gold ornaments, it is still one of Bangkok’s most important sights. A true blaze of color awaits visitors.

Grand Palace layout

The facility consists of four sections.

• Outer courtyard,
• the Central Court,
• the inner courtyard and
• the Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

The complex includes more than 100 different buildings on an area of ​​over 2.6 km².

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There are no figures for this. The Royal Palace is one of the most visited places in Bangkok.

address

Na Phra Lan Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

Opening hours

daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

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