A visit to Bangkok will leave a lasting impression on every tourist. This city is an explosive mix of traditional Asian culture and global cosmopolitanism, the abject poverty of the slum dwellers along the Chao Phraya River and the indecent luxury of business districts.

Many foreigners consider Bangkok to be the quintessence of the spirit of a true Asian metropolis: noisy, mind-numbingly hot, fast-paced, liberated, and sometimes obscenely exotic. On the one hand, the magnificent architecture of the majestic Buddhist temples, on the other hand, the bacchanal of Khaosan Road, and on the third, a real gastronomic feast.

The Thai capital is worth seeing at least once to try to understand mysterious people inhabiting the once mighty Siam. It is not for nothing that this state has never been under colonial oppression.

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What to see and where to go in Bangkok?

The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.

The main attractions of the Thai capital, which previously served as the residence of kings. The complex was built at the end of the 18th century under Rama I, when the capital was moved to Bangkok. The plan of the Royal Palace was modeled after the residence in the ancient capital of Siam - Ayutthaya. On the large territory of the palace complex there are fanciful temples, galleries decorated with the heroes of the Thai epic, and administrative buildings.

Built entirely of pinkish teak wood (no nails were used), it is said to be the largest wooden structure in the world. The palace was built for King Rama I. Translated from Thai, "Vimanmek" means "heavenly palace." The architecture is close to the English Victorian style. Initially, the palace was located on the island of Sichagn, but was moved to Bangkok.

Renaissance and neoclassical mansion built in 1915 by Italian architects. Previously, Ananta Samahom served as the royal throne room, now it houses a museum dedicated to Thai arts and crafts. The facade of the building looks elegant and simple at the same time; many marble elements were used in the decoration of the walls, which gives it a resemblance to European palaces.

The main Buddhist temple in Thailand, located in the heart of Bangkok next to the Royal Palace. The complex was erected in the period 1782-1785. The main shrine of the temple and at the same time a popular tourist attraction is the jade Buddha statue, which is associated with many legends. According to one version, the statue was created in heaven and lowered to earth with the help of the heavenly king.

Temple of the middle of the XIX century, erected during the reign of Chessadabodindra. The 79-meter pagoda of the temple rises above the Chao Phraya River, the walls are decorated with ceramic tiles and porcelain trim (shards of dishes). Steps lead to the top of the pagoda, symbolizing the difficulty of the righteous path of knowledge. The sun's rays are reflected from the porcelain surface of the walls and from afar it seems that Wat Arun sparkles with "divine light".

A traditional Buddhist temple, which houses the world's largest statue of Buddha, made of gold (according to the Thais themselves). The sculpture weighs five tons and reaches a height of three meters. Researchers claim that the age of the Golden Buddha is almost 700 years. Many are associated with the statue. interesting stories. During the Burmese attack on Thailand, it was hidden under a layer of plaster, and then lost. Only thanks to an accidentally broken piece of alabaster, the Golden Buddha returned to its place.

One of the oldest temples in Thailand. From the 12th to the 18th centuries This place was a Buddhist monastery. Under King Rama I, it was significantly rebuilt and expanded; also, by the will of His Majesty, a 41-meter-high stupa was erected. To date, there are 95 stupas on the territory of the temple. The statue of the reclining Buddha is the largest statue of this god in the world. In length, it reaches 95 meters in height - 15 meters.

The building of the temple is built of metal, which is why it is often called the “iron temple”. The structure was erected in the 20th century in honor of the princess Wadhanavadi (the granddaughter of the then ruling king). Wat Ratchanadda is built in the classical Ceylon architectural style. The temple pagoda contains 37 sharp spiers, representing the virtues - the steps on the path to the highest Buddhist enlightenment.

The temple was erected at the beginning of the 19th century. It is located in the historical part of Bangkok on the island of Rattanakosin. The interior painting of the building reflects typical Buddhist ideas about the structure of the universe. There are 156 Buddha statues along the walls of the temple, inside there is an 8-meter bronze statue of a god. Near the temple there is a giant teak swing, on which during the ceremony in honor of the harvest, people swayed in the hope of getting a bag of coins. Due to the risk of injury, this ritual was canceled in 1932.

The temple building rises 70 meters above the city, so from here you can see the picturesque panorama of the Thai capital. The Wat Saket temple complex is located on a fairly large area, the buildings are surrounded by a green park. Multicolored statues are scattered along the road for visitors. Especially for people who are tired of the tiring climb to the temple, on different levels stairs are benches and cozy grounds.

As the name suggests, the temple is built entirely of marble, which is quite rare in Thailand. Other material was specially imported from Italy. The building was erected at the end of the 19th century under the ruler Rama V, and his ashes are buried here. Around the building there is a park with a river and a pond, where you can enjoy the silence and peaceful landscapes of the surroundings.

The museum is located near the Royal Palace complex in central Bangkok. The building was erected at the end of the 18th century. On the territory of the museum there is a royal chapel and a religious statue of Buddha Sihing. Having studied the collection, you can get acquainted with the history of Siam, the complex and exotic cultural traditions of the Thai nation, comprehend the worldview foundations of traditional peoples South-East Asia.

The museum, created on the basis of the collection of Southeast Asian art connoisseur D. Thompson. Here exhibits from Burma, Cambodia, Laos, China and Thailand are collected. Thompson collected his collection in the 50s and 60s. XX century. The building itself is an example of traditional Siamese architecture. For unknown reasons, the collector disappeared during one of his travels, and his home was given over to the museum.

The museum collection consists of 8 traditional Thai boats, completely carved from a teak trunk. Each ship is richly decorated with intricate carvings, lavish decor, and expensive decorative elements. Boats are rarely used for special ceremonies involving royalty. They can anchor for months and wait in the wings. The largest barge, Suppanahong, is 46 meters long.

The building of the museum is a figure of a huge elephant with three heads. Erawan was founded in 1967 with the aim of preserving cultural heritage Thais. The main goals pursued by the founder L. Veriapan are: to acquaint the general public with the values ​​of local culture, to include the museum collection in the world heritage fund of mankind, to engage in educational work among the younger generation.

Museum of Modern Art, opened in 2008. The main goal of the cultural center is the development of current trends in art, the support of progressive masters, and the provision of a constructive dialogue between traditional and modern culture. For the organization of permanent exhibitions, the works of both Thai and foreign masters are used. The museum was founded with the participation of the Bangkok city government.

Perhaps the most famous and crowded street of the capital of Thailand. Here, 24 hours a day, a motley crowd of tourists from all over the world makes noise, trying street food, choosing souvenirs or visiting massage parlors. Khaosan Road is popular with backpackers, as you can rent very inexpensive accommodation here. The street rose to prominence in 1982 after the celebration of the 200th anniversary of Bangkok.

One of the most "evil" areas of Bangkok with numerous restaurants, Chinese shops, shops, alternative medicine rooms and other establishments. Tourists come here in search of adventure and exotic. The real extravaganza begins here on the days of traditional Chinese holidays - the whole quarter is decorated with garlands, and festive processions pass through the streets.

The main market of Bangkok with a huge range of various exotic goods at very affordable prices. On some days, the number of buyers, sellers and ordinary onlookers in the market reaches 200 thousand people. Here you can buy rare ivory and silk products, any gadgets, clothes, jewelry, food, souvenirs and almost any household goods.

Skyscraper 302 meters high with an observation deck and a restaurant. From a height of 84 floors, a panoramic view of the entire city opens up, in clear weather you can even see the distant Gulf of Thailand. The building was erected in 1997. The first 12 floors are occupied by parking, the hotel is located above. The easiest and most inexpensive way to get to the top is to pay for a visit to the observation deck.

A skyscraper in the business district of Bangkok, built in 2001 by architect Rangsan Torsuwan. It reaches a height of 247 meters and consists of 68 floors. The building is decorated with architectural delights in the form of neoclassical balconies and a gilded dome. Inside there are apartments, a hotel, offices and commercial premises. There is an outdoor restaurant on the 64th floor.

Impressive eight-storey shopping mall, real paradise for lovers of shopping. total area commercial premises is 550 thousand m². On the territory of the shopping center there are more than 300 shops with a wide variety of goods. Located on the top floors Entertainment Center with Asian restaurants, fast food stalls, a 4D cinema and an ice palace.

Siam Paragon is considered the largest shopping and entertainment center in Southeast Asia. In addition to a myriad of shops, there is a huge gastronomic market, a cinema with 15 halls, its own aquarium, art gallery, concert hall, karaoke club and bowling club. The parking lot of the shopping center is designed for the simultaneous placement of 4 thousand cars.

A green array spread over an area of ​​56 hectares right in the middle of a noisy metropolis. It is perfect for sports, relaxing walks, family vacation, picnics. Residents and guests of Bangkok are happy to spend their free time in the park and relax from the tiring heat and bustle of the capital. There are two ponds in the park, so if you wish, you can rent a boat and take a boat trip.

The city zoo occupies a small area of ​​18 hectares, it is located almost in the center of Bangkok. Turtles, large monitor lizards and schools of fish are found in the local reservoir. Dusit is the oldest zoo in Thailand. Some animals are housed in open enclosures, but most of the inhabitants are kept in cages. Sometimes it is difficult to see the animal through the thick bars.

The largest oceanarium in Southeast Asia, located in the shopping center Siam Paragon. The aquarium is divided into seven zones, in which various types of marine life are placed: fish, moray eels, molluscs, corals and other representatives of marine fauna. The main aquarium of Siam Ocean World reaches a height of 6 meters, inside it a tropical coral reef ecosystem has been created.

Park and open-air museum, located 32 km. from Bangkok. On its territory there are more than 100 buildings belonging to different historical eras. A small part of the houses was delivered from remote regions of Thailand, the rest of the buildings are exact copies. historical buildings. There is also a group of buildings created by Thai architects and sculptors.

An amusement park for the whole family, where various animal performances take place. Here you can watch the performance of sea lions, dolphins, shows of trained monkeys and parrots. There are several performances throughout the day. You can also feed the giraffes in the park for a small fee. One of the popular rides is a boat ride through an impromptu wild jungle.

Thai "Disneyland", where the characters from fairy tales and cartoons loved by children live. You need to come here with the whole family for the whole day in order to have time to see as much as possible. The park is divided into four thematic zones. The first one contains miniatures of world sights, the second one recreates a fabulous garden, the third and fourth ones contain numerous attractions.

The main waterway of Bangkok, through which you can get to all the main attractions of the capital. The length of the main channel of the river is 372 km., It flows through several Thai cities, including the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. Chao Phraya is constantly running city ferries and pleasure boats for tourists. In the evening rush hour for many Thais waterway remains the only one available to somehow get home.

20 interesting places to see in Bangkok

Bangkok. This million-strong metropolis beckons with its amazingly beautiful appearance, riot of colors and a sea of ​​​​impressions. We will tell you what interesting places the Thai capital is fraught with and what tourists can see in Bangkok on their own in the first place.

1. Royal Palace

Visit Bangkok and not see Grand Palace- it's the same as not visiting Paris for eiffel tower. Any guide to Bangkok will certainly include this beauty in their must-see list of interesting places in Bangkok. Magnificent building Traditional Thai architecture impresses with exquisite decorations and not least with its dimensions: 218,000 sq. meters, surrounded by walls two kilometers long, with several palace buildings and 95 pagodas, will impress anyone.

Visitors to the palace can admire the luxurious decoration of the halls and frescoes with episodes from the life of King Rama the First and, of course, take a walk and walk around the territory of the palace complex.

Working hours: the palace is open from 08:30 to 16:30
Entrance costs 350 baht.
The dress code is observed: a long sleeve shirt and trousers or a skirt covering the knees.

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Royal Palace

2. Temple of Dawn

"Temple of Dawn" (this is how the name of this shrine is translated) is a visiting card of almost everything that you need to see in Bangkok. Its name is not accidental: it is during the dawn hours that the temple looks most majestic and beautiful. Another notable feature is that it still operates today, services are sent here and ceremonies are held.

The main treasure of the temple is the 79-meter Phra Bang stupa, which contains relics of Buddhism. All the buildings of the temple, as well as the surface of the stupa, are intricately decorated with magnificent porcelain, mined, according to legend, from the bottom of the Chao Phraya River, on which Wat Arun stands. In the evenings, light shows are held on the territory of the temple, telling about its history, and if you climb to the very top, you will have a breathtaking view of the city and the river.

Entrance to the temple is free, visiting the pagoda is paid.

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Temple of Dawn

3. Jim Thompson House Museum

Perhaps one of the most unexpected interesting places in Bangkok. This house belonged to an employee American intelligence agencies, who became famous for reviving the Thai silk industry. Today, however, there is a museum in his house, where, in addition to the amazing beauty of the interiors, you can see the private collection of the former owner (the collection of antiques is especially impressive) and, of course, buy excellent silk in the museum shop.

The address: end of Soi Kasemsan street, house number 2, opposite National Stadium in Siam Square.
Opening hours: daily from 09:00 to 18:00.
The ticket costs 150 baht.

4. Vimanmek

Be sure to visit here in Bangkok before you leave the city, because Vimanmek Palace is famous for being the largest - for a minute - in the world, a wooden building built without a single nail!

The fact that the palace is made of pink yew makes it look like a huge carved jewelry box. The 80 rooms of the palace contain items that belonged to the royal family: porcelain items of the finest work, furniture, hunting trophies and much more. A park and a pond near the palace create a unique peaceful atmosphere.

The palace is located in Dusit Park. Excursions in English (4 groups per day) are held from 11:00 to 14:00.

When visiting the palace, you must follow the dress code: a long sleeve shirt and trousers or a skirt covering the knees.

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Vimanmek

To take a break from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok's multimillion-dollar city, go and take a stroll in Lumpini Park. There is everything here to relax your body and soul. Shady alleys and a cool pond with boats are conducive to blissful idleness, but those who even on vacation cannot imagine themselves without sports will be able to “let off steam” on sports grounds and treadmills.

By the way, in addition to cats and turtles, almost tame monitor lizards live in the park, which are so accustomed to visitors that they allow themselves to be photographed. Don't miss the opportunity to visit these interesting places in Bangkok!

The park is located at Rama IV Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan.
From Khaosan Road you can get here by taxi for 100 baht.
Entrance to the park is free.

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Another attraction of Bangkok and one of its oldest temples, where you should go when relaxing in Thailand. Wat Pho is famous for its giant (46 meters) Buddha statue, to which local pilgrims and tourists from all over the world flock to make a “lap of honor” and throw a coin for good luck at the feet of the Great Enlightened One.

But the territory of the temple itself is no less interesting: there are many stupas (several hundred!), Resembling large patterned bells, statues and images of the Buddha, as well as amazingly beautiful stone sculptures. And the temple itself is worth seeing.

You can get here on foot in 20 minutes from Khaosan Road. Or you can walk to the Phra Arthit pier (near Khaosan) and from there take a ferry for 15 baht to the Tha Thien pier. The temple will be 5 minutes walk.
Opening hours: from 08:00 to 18:30.
A ticket costs 100-200 baht (for children up to 120 cm tall, admission is free).

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7 Siam Paragon

Museums are museums, but Bangkok is not only ancient temples and antiquities. To immerse yourself in another - modern - side of life in this colorful metropolis, arrange a shopping day for yourself at Siam Paragon.

The mall is located in Bangkok's shopping mecca, Pathumwan, on Rama I Road, between Siam Center and CentralWorld. The easiest way to get here is on the BTS Skytrain. Siam station is connected by a walkway to the M floor of Siam Paragon Shopping Center.

Here you can “hang out” for the whole day: boutiques of popular world brands, jewelry stores, cinemas, cafes and restaurants, and most importantly - Siam Ocean World, the largest aquarium in Southeast Asia, where visitors can swim with marine predators, one of the best places in Bangkok for walking in the evening.

Working hours: Siam Paragon is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00.

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8. Bangkok National Museum

Where else, if not here, to learn the original history of fabulous Thailand by visiting the museum? The museum has the richest collection of exhibits in all of Southeast Asia: here you will find household items, jewelry, ceramics, weapons, handicrafts, Thai theatrical costumes and masks, musical instruments, vehicles and much more. So stock up on time and go ahead.

Working hours: The museum is open from 09:00 to 16:00 except Mondays, Tuesdays and national holidays.
The ticket costs 50 baht.

One of the most famous and revered temples in Bangkok, Wat Saket, crowning golden mountain, it is amazing beautiful place with a unique atmosphere. You should not be too lazy and overcome all 320 steps to the temple to enjoy the beauty of the city spreading below and the view of the island of Rattanakosin.

Working hours: The temple is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
The ticket costs 20 baht.

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10. Eravan Altar

This white marble gazebo is dedicated to the god Brahma and bears the name of an elephant, which, according to legend, belonged to the deity. The altar is always crowded, music is heard and the aroma of incense hovers. Locals come here to make thanksgiving offerings: elephant figurines, candles or flowers - to the four-faced god, but tourists, according to tradition, to make a wish (they say that everything made at the altar will certainly come true).

The altar is located near the SkyTrain Chit Lom metro station (light green line), in the area of ​​​​several large shopping centers - Pantip Plaza, Emporium and Central Chidlom.

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Eravan Altar

11 Safari World

At 99 Panyaintra Road (Soi Ramindra, 109), Samwatawantok, there is a fascinating and interesting place - Safari World Park. Going here in Bangkok will be interesting for both adults and children. In the park, divided into a safari zone and a marine park, you can watch its inhabitants, walk along the alleys of the park, feed the giraffes from your hand and, to top it all off, watch a fascinating elephant show - a great day full of positive is guaranteed!

The park is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00. A car ride through the safari part costs 50 baht per person

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Safari World

The throne room of Ananda Samakhom stands out among other Thai architectural beauties primarily for its European style. And not without reason - the former reception room of the Dusit Palace was built in the style of the Italian Renaissance: rich sculptural decorations, medallions and garlands, figures of cupids made of white marble - all this gives the building an austere and at the same time light look. From the inside, Ananda Samakhom is no less beautiful: beautiful paintings, paintings depicting the history of the ruling dynasty. This place is a living textbook of Thai history.

Today, the Throne Room is used as a museum displaying Thai art as well as the magnificent Royal Jewelery Exhibition.

Working hours: The throne room is open to the public daily, except Monday and except October 23 (the day of the death of King Rama the Fifth), from 10:00 to 18:00.
Ticket price (only for the exhibition) costs 150 baht.
At the same time, you need to follow the dress code: no shorts and short sleeves, and women should get a skirt in advance. Photography at the exhibition is prohibited.

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Come and meet maritime history Thailand is right here. In addition to the various vessels of the Thai navy, eight royal barges are on display here, each a unique work of art. Rich carvings, magnificent figures of gods and mythical creatures adorning the prows of ships, gilding and bright colors no one will be left indifferent.

In the past, these barges were used in various ceremonies and as vehicle for the august persons. Today, the only chance to see them on the water is the Royal Procession of Kathin (November-December).

The museum is located on Arun Amarin Street, near the Bangkok Noi Canal, where it flows into the Chao Phraya River (between Siriraj Hospital and Phra Pin Klao Bridge). You can get here by water: take the Chao Phraya Express Boat and get to Van Lang Pier (N10), after which the museum will be within easy reach.

The land route is a little more complicated: you need to cross the Phra Pink Lao bridge at the Grand Palace, from where you go to another bridge - Arun Ammarin. The museum is located almost below it, in the park near the bridge, and here it is easy to find small signs showing the way.

Working hours: the museum is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00 (barges may not be in the museum in November and early December when they are being prepared for the ceremony).

The ticket costs 100 baht, you will have to pay the same amount if you want to take a photo inside.

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14. Suan Pakkad Palace Museum

The case when pleasant can be combined with useful. The museum has an impressive collection of unique farming tools, weapons, pottery and jewelry, as well as traditional Thai masks "Khon" and musical instruments, while the age of some specimens is up to 4000 years old!

So, even having visited only Suan Pakkad, you can significantly replenish your knowledge of the history of crafts and arts in Thailand. This is about useful. And the nice thing is the large Japanese-style gardens decorating the courtyard of the museum. In the main garden there is a pavilion that is over 450 years old. Inside, it is completely covered with gold and black lacquer, a very interesting place in Bangkok.

The address: You can find the museum on Sri Ayutthaya Street, south of the Victory Monument, at Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi. You can get here by buses number 14, 17, 38, 77, 29, 39 and 36.

Working hours: from 9:00 to 16:00.

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15. Samut Prakan Zoo

Want to see chilling toothy predators? Then you should definitely go here in Bangkok! Crocodile farm (aka zoo and park) Samut Prakan is located in the province of the same name, not far from Bangkok. It is simply a paradise for the most diverse living creatures that live in Thailand. In addition to crocodiles and various animals and birds, there are many interesting places in the park: many beautiful plants and flowers grow, there are several lakes and ponds where you can watch leisurely fish and think where else you can go in Bangkok.

You won’t be bored on the farm: a crocodile show is held here for visitors, and you can also watch how they are fed. The show runs every hour from 9:00 to 17:00 except 12:00. On holidays, additional performances are arranged at 12:00 and at 17:00. Crocodile feeding time - from 16:30 to 17:30.

Tourists will also be interested in elephant shows, which take place daily every hour from 9:30 to 16:30. And, of course, you can treat the locals and take pictures with them.

The address: 555 Taiban Road.

Working hours: the farm is open from 07:00 to 18:00.

The entrance ticket costs 300 baht for adults and 200 baht for children.

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Samut Prakan Zoo

16. Khao San

You can’t imagine a better place to see in Bangkok to plunge headlong into the colorful, vibrant life of the evening (and not only) Thailand.

With the onset of darkness, the street turns into a real Babylonian pandemonium! Tourists from all over the world, music, multilingual speech - it seems that the whole Earth. Even if you are not a fan of noisy parties, you should look here. It is simply interesting to walk along Khao San, buy delicious street food, listen to music or just wander around and look around, wondering and enjoying what you see.

The most democratic street in the world is located in the Banglamphu area. You can get here by buses No. 15, 65, 82, 2, 32, 47, 59, 60 and 70.

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Today we’ll talk about interesting places in Bangkok, the capital of sunny Thailand. We lived in this metropolis for a whole month, but we understand that most tourists come to the city for only 1-2 days. Therefore, here are a few places that you will have time to see in Bangkok on your own during this time and which will show you the city from different angles.

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1. Observation deck at an altitude of 309 meters

Let's start with Baiyoke Sky (Bayoke Sky) - one of the most popular hotels and skyscrapers in the city with a height of 309 meters. The tower is crowned with a revolving outdoor observation deck, which offers an excellent panoramic view of the metropolis. Come here by 5 pm to see the city in the daylight, then enjoy the setting sun and finally see Bangkok's endless highways and interchanges lit up with thousands of headlights from bikes and cars.

Skyscraper Baiyoke Sky in Bangkok

Entrance to the Baiyoke Sky observation deck is paid. Ticket prices start at 400 baht per person. For this amount you will get access to the observation decks (closed on the 77th floor and open on the 84th) and a free buffet on the 18th floor. You can take the most expensive tickets for 2900 baht per person, which will allow you to dine at the outdoor restaurant on the 81st floor. True, we did not see a single occupied table there for 2 hours, but buffets and restaurants on other floors were popular. Prices for dinner in such restaurants range from 700 to 1500 baht per person. Almost everywhere - Buffet. And on the 82nd floor there is a bar with panoramic windows.

Of course, access to the site becomes free for hotel guests. Therefore, if you are going to Bangkok for just a couple of days, then it is quite possible to stay here for one night.

2. Lumpini Park - a green "oasis" in the center of the business district

The next place worth visiting in Bangkok on your own is Lumpini Park. A real green oasis in the heart of the business district of the city with free admission. Very atmospheric place, somewhat reminiscent of Central Park in New York, only with palm trees. Perfect for sitting by the water in the shade of the trees after the heat of the day and the smog on the streets. Here you can ride a catamaran for 80 baht, feed fish and turtles, watch herons and monitor lizards.

Sunset at Lumpini park in Bangkok

During the day, Lumpini Park is very uncrowded, but in the evening, after work, hundreds of Thais put on tracksuits and go for evening runs. They run selflessly and very contagiously, I want to drop everything and join. After jogging, both adults and children gather on the square in one big company and perform a set of aerobic exercises to the music and the loud voice of the instructor in the speakers.

We have repeatedly said in our videos about Thailand that such an attitude of Thais to sports and their health is highly respected. The most important thing is that there is no embarrassment, they give all the best and it is clear that people sincerely want to keep themselves in shape and unload after a hard day.

By the way, if you are in Bangkok in November, then on the Loi Krathong holiday in Lumpini Park you can watch how Thais make wishes and launch floating boats with flowers and candles on the pond. It is believed that if the raft does not sink, then the goddess of water liked your gift, the karma will be cleared, and the wish made will certainly come true. Of course, on this day, Thais release their krathongs on any water bodies, but it seemed to us that it was in Lumpini Park that they were the most.

These are the rafts - "krathongs" the Thais launched in Lumpini Park for the Loi Krathong holiday

3. Royal Palace and other temple complexes

The third place in Bangkok, which is probably included in all popular excursions to the capital of Thailand, is, of course, the Royal Palace in the old quarter of the city. The entrance fee is 500 baht per person. Dress code - covered knees and shoulders. Tourists are in droves. If you have been to few places in Thailand, then the Royal Palace is perfect place, where you can literally get acquainted with all the traditional Thai architecture in 2-3 hours. However, if you have already ridden around Tai, we recommend that you take a walk around the old quarter and visit the territory of other temple complexes near the Royal Palace for free. The architecture is the same, but free of charge and without crowds of Chinese tourists.

The territory of the Royal Palace in the old district of Bangkok

Download the app before your trip Izi Travel, which has an excellent audio guide with a route through the old district of Bangkok. Such an independent tour will require only a phone, headphones, comfortable shoes and 3-4 hours of time for a leisurely walk. The audio guide will begin its story right next to the Royal Palace: they will tell you about the palace itself, and about the curious park next to it, about the temple complexes nearby and a lot of interesting facts about Bangkok, the rulers of Thailand and the traditions of the Thai people. And save 500 baht and look a little further than the usual tourist.

4. Oceanarium - for those who travel to Bangkok with children

The aquarium is located on the ground floor of Siam Paragon shopping and entertainment center in the heart of the city's business district. Entrance - from 900 baht per person. If you have not been to other large aquariums, then most likely you will like it. There are also huge aquariums with hundreds of species of fish, turtles, penguins, crabs, starfish, stingrays, sharks .. You can list for a long time, it's easier to see everything with your own eyes.

Feeding the penguins at the Oceanarium

Impressive are the huge six-meter shop windows and passages through the pipes, where the inhabitants slowly float above your head sea ​​depths. Many aquariums have benches that allow you to relax and slowly observe the measured life of their inhabitants. You can see how the penguins are fed, there are funny installations and even an ice room with plastic snowdrifts and artificial snow, which both Thai kids and adults love very much.

5. Siam Paragon and Central World Shopping Centers

If you plan to go shopping in Bangkok, then Siam Paragon itself is a great option to leave your money here. Another shopping center, Central World, is also suitable for this purpose. They are located next to each other in the center of the business district of the city. After walking through the shopping centers, you will find yourself in the very heart of this quarter.

In the evening, it is very crowded here, funny musical bands perform on the stages. It is very noticeable that the area is touristic. And of course, here you will find yourself under the vigilant gaze of local taxi drivers - tuk-tukers. Our advice is to calmly refuse and call a car through the Grab Taxi application, you will go to the right place many times cheaper.

6. Pedestrian street Khaosan Road (Khaosan Road)

If you are interested in tourist Bangkok with local cuisine, massage and entertainment, then head to Khaosan Road or Chinatown. We have been both there and there, at different times of the day, and we liked Khaosan more. This is a tourist pedestrian street with dozens of cafes, macaroons, massage parlors and hostels for every taste and budget. The place is very atmospheric and very popular, which is crowded day and night.

Khaosan Road in Bangkok at night

7. Chinatown

Chinatown does not have long pedestrian streets, and this is its main drawback, in our opinion. The main street of the quarter, promoted by Bangkok guidebooks, is automobile, and at the same time, it is very busy. Crowds of tourists are forced to huddle on narrow sidewalks and the edges of the road, and this is not very convenient.

If you don’t have time to visit Chinatown in 1-2 days in Bangkok, you won’t lose much

The prices here are very brutal, and the pleasure is not enough. If time permits, you can certainly see Chinatown, but you won’t see anything truly Chinese here, except for other hieroglyphs on signs - a typical place for tourists.

8. Non-touristic Bangkok

For those who travel to Bangkok to look at the life of ordinary Thais, we recommend that you look at any of the streets in this area of ​​the old city.

Just walk along them in the evening and you will understand everything in just a couple of hours. There are no tourists here, so the Thais will show you a little more interest than in tourist areas. But on the other hand, you can sit with them in macaroons right on the sidewalks, smell the curry and huge amounts of butter, buy the cheapest fruits in all of Bangkok, because they are sold here for locals, not for tourists.

One of the streets of non-tourist Bangkok

On one of the streets of this area, you will definitely meet tuk-tuk drivers who will park their vehicles and turn from noisy and annoying lovers of quick money into calm family men, having dinner with their wives and children or talking sedately with colleagues in the shop.

9. Center for Culture and Creativity

But if in 2 days in Bangkok you miraculously have strength and a couple more hours of free time, then you can look into the center of culture and creativity. You definitely won’t pass by - this is a building of a unique shape with a huge portrait former king Thailand - Rama on the 9th.

Center of Culture and Creativity in Bangkok - we recommend to visit on your own

Entrance to the center is free, the only thing we paid for in the end was 20 baht for a left-luggage office for a backpack, which was not allowed on the upper floors. The center is open from 10 am to 9 pm, except Mondays. This is a great place to take a break from the heat, hustle and bustle of the streets of the metropolis. There are few tourists here and organized tours are rarely led here.

In the center of culture, expositions change every couple of months. On the lower floors there are all kinds of shops, jewelry stores and even a cafe. A little higher is an exhibition of photographs, many of which have a very curious message.

Pictures and expositions that made you stop and think..

Starting from the fifth floor, you will be asked to leave your luggage in the luggage room and you will be able to go up to the contemporary art installations. Many may not be clear at first glance, but each has its own history and description of what they symbolize. To be honest, we are not big fans of contemporary art, but even we were hooked by some installations and forced to linger. In general, the place is excellent - cool, few people, interesting expositions - we recommend visiting.

10. Walk along the Chao Phraya River

And the last couple of places will probably be beyond fantasy for tourists who come to Bangkok for 1-2 days, but if you have the opportunity, be sure to ride along the Chao Phraya River on river transport. Just go to any pier and board the boat with the orange flag. By the way, this is a great option to get to the same old quarter of Bangkok without traffic jams and with a breeze. But the most interesting thing will be to watch how ordinary Thais return home from work in the evenings by river transport.

By express boat on the Chao Phraya River

11. Night market Asiatique (Asiatic)

Asiatique night market in Bangkok

Come after 5 pm and you will be able to walk around the numerous shopping arcades located under one roof and sit in cafes and restaurants for every taste and budget. The history of the place is very interesting - once it was located here international port Bangkok and numerous warehouses of a large trading company, and today they are all restored and used as boutiques, restaurants and shopping pavilions.

Of course, these are far from all the places in Bangkok that are worth your attention, but we understand that in a couple of days there will not be enough time and energy for everything, so we have chosen for you the most interesting and authentic, in our opinion, places in this beautiful capital.

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Temples, floating markets and grilled crocodile

Bangkok is the colorful capital of Thailand.

In some areas, chic skyscrapers with rooftop pools glisten in the sun. In others, tourists watch with curiosity as chefs without gloves prepare soup from chicken feet.

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Tourists make a change in Bangkok when they fly to rest in Phuket, Koh Samui or Pattaya. It is also convenient to get to other cities of Southeast Asia through it, for example, to Cambodian Phnom Penh.

The most popular sights of Bangkok are close to each other. They can be visited in one day. I made a route for 10 km, which I myself walked in February 2019. The walk starts at the Grand Palace and ends at the Mahanakhon skyscraper. On the way, we will see the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the Temple of Dawn, Khao San Street and the Temple of the Golden Mount. Before a walk, stock up on water and apply to exposed areas of the body. sunscreen 50 SPF, even if you never burn: the sun is merciless here.

How to get from Bangkok airports to the center. Bangkok has two airports: Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang. If you have a layover in Bangkok, check your arrival and departure airports: they may differ.

You can get from both airports by bus or train. From Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city center take the Suvarnabhumi Aeroexpress airport city line. The fare is from 15 ฿ (31 R) to 45 ฿ (93 R), depending on the destination station. There are several buses from Don Muang Airport to different parts of the city, an average ticket costs ฿ 30 (62 R).

Buses run until 22:00, metro until midnight. We arrived at night, so we called a taxi. The trip from Don Muang Airport to the center cost ฿301 (643 R). It is convenient to order a taxi through the Grab Taxi application.

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Grand Palace, or Grand palace on the map - the main attraction of Bangkok. Previously, the palace was the residence of kings. Now it's temple complex, inside of which there is an area of ​​grandiose proportions and buildings unusual for Europeans.

A separate attraction of the Grand Palace is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It houses a green mineral Buddha statue, which is considered the talisman of Thailand. The territory of the temple is decorated with mythical half-animals, half-humans, everything looks very rich and bright.

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I advise you to plan a trip to the Grand Palace in the morning: it closes at 15:30. Entrance costs 500 ฿ (1055 R), a ticket can be bought in advance on the website. Even if you paid for the entrance, they will not let you into the palace with bare arms and legs. Near the cash desks they sell cotton trousers and scarves for 200 ฿ (422 R). You can also rent them in small tents 100 meters from the entrance to the palace for 50 ฿ (105 R).

Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha) located next to the Grand Palace. It has a Buddha statue, the length of which is 46 meters. I liked the reclining Buddha more than all the other Buddhas that I saw. His feet are painted with a mother-of-pearl pattern, similar to fingerprints - it looks grandiose.

The entrance to the temple costs ฿200 (422 R). With a ticket, they give a voucher for a free bottle of water; there are drinking fountains with filtered water on the temple grounds. In Asia, it is advised to drink only bottled water, but I drank from this fountain and did not get poisoned.

They say that Thai massage was born in the Temple of the Reclining Buddha - many people do massage in the salons located right on its territory. Prices in the temple are higher than in other places: here an hour of Thai massage costs 420 ฿ (886 R), and in other salons of the city - 300-350 ฿ (633 -738.5 R).

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)- a high Buddhist temple in bright colors and ornaments. It is across the river from the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. You can get to it by ferry for only 4 ฿ (8 R). Entrance to the temple will cost 50 ฿ (105 R). I had to rent a scarf for ฿20 (R42) to cover my shoulders.

The territory of the temple is very photogenic: it consists of several tiers, and the surface is lined with Chinese tiles with a floral pattern and small statues, as if supporting the tiers. It seemed to me that the temple looked like a huge beautiful scarf.

Khao San street- the most famous and atmospheric walking street in Bangkok. If this is your first time in Thailand, you should definitely look here. Here they cook crocodile meat on a spit, ladyboys walk, and barkers invite you to peep shows. Nearby there is a great night market with delicious street food. If you plan to party, arrive by 8-9 pm. You can have a bite to eat or buy souvenirs here at any time.

Wat Saket (Temple of the Golden Mount) stands on a hill, it offers a panorama of historical Center cities. A road of 344 steps leads to the temple, decorated with statues, monuments and traditional Thai bells. Entrance to the territory costs 50 ฿ (105 R).

At the Mahanakhon skyscraper meet the sunset and view the city from a height. It is the second tallest skyscraper in observation platform. From the Temple of the Golden Mount to the skyscraper, you can walk or take public transport in an hour. A taxi will cost ฿150 (316 R), the trip will take 20 minutes.

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Food. My friends and I dined at Methavalai Sorndaeng Thai Restaurant with a Michelin star and low prices by Moscow standards - from ฿ 100 (211 R) per dish. The interior of the restaurant was reminiscent of the movie "Titanic": white tablecloths on the tables and waiters in jackets with shoulder straps.

I ate red curry with crab for ฿300 (633 R), my friend - rice with chicken for 180 ฿ (380 R). Everything was delicious. The bill for three with wine was 1700 ฿ (3587 R) - this is higher than the average bill in Thai restaurants.

cheap thai food eat at the night market on Khao San street or any other street in Bangkok. Almost everywhere there are impromptu cafes, consisting of a motorbike with a burner and a couple of plastic tables. In such places, you can eat meat on skewers from 10 ฿ (21 R) apiece, rice dishes or a bowl of soup from 50 ฿ (105 R). Many are afraid of unsanitary conditions, but, as my friend says, the main thing in street food is more pepper and garlic, then everything will be fine.

In such places, I usually take grilled squid or chicken: in my opinion, these are the most "safe" dishes. My friend loves to experiment, so he bought skewers with strange fish balls and soy sausages. Everyone is alive, no one was hurt.

Grilled crocodile is worth trying in Bangkok. The steak will cost ฿300 (633 R), tastes like chicken

Exotic. If you want colorful entertainment and have time, go to the floating markets near Bangkok. Usually they all move on boats: both sellers and buyers.

Taling Chan Floating Market is the most convenient. From the city center it can be reached by taxi in 20 minutes and 150 ฿ (316 R).

The most famous market among tourists, Damnoen Saduak, is located 100 km from the city. They filmed a James Bond movie there - it's noisy and unusual place. You can get to Damnoen Saduak by bus or with a tour, and move around the market by boat. The market is aimed at tourists, so the Thais mainly sell souvenirs, fruits and handicrafts of local craftsmen.

The Amphawa Floating market is popular with locals. Souvenirs are not sold here, but there are fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables. You can move along it both by boat and on foot along the canal. The market has many cafes with local cuisine and seafood.

Heat. During the season, the temperature in Bangkok can reach +36 ° C. If you can't handle the heat, check out Siam Paragon, Ikon Siam, or the Bangkok City Library. In the library, visitors are given a voucher for an hour of free Internet, however, it cannot be renewed even for money. Entrance to the library is free.

This article provides a rating of the main attractions of Bangkok in 2019 with photos, videos and descriptions. The best sights of Bangkok are shown on the map. You will also learn about what to see in Bangkok on your own in one day and discover Bangkok for children.

Bangkok can rightly be called cultural capital countries. beach holiday is not developed here, so travelers flock to the capital primarily to get acquainted with the great and multifaceted culture. If you are wondering what to still have time to see in Bangkok in one day, then you should definitely start sightseeing with the unique centuries-old temples of Bangkok, which are not only of historical and religious, but also of architectural value.

The main religious shrine of the country, which is allowed to touch only the king, is located in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew). The complex adjoins the Grand Royal Palace, whose dazzling beauty leaves a strong impression. Until the middle of the last century, the palace was the residence of the royal family, and now the complex serves only for official and state receptions. The palace complex also includes the Queen Sirikit Textile Museum.

In past centuries, the Emerald Buddha lived in the temple of Wat Arun (Temple of the Morning Dawn), which to this day adorns the historic center of the city. The facade of the impressive 80-meter religious building is elegantly decorated with porcelain and ceramics. A 3-meter solid gold Buddha can be seen at the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit). The acquisition of the shrine is associated with very unusual events: during the reconstruction of the temple, a piece broke off from the plaster statue, and under the plaster was hiding the Buddha made of gold from the Middle Ages.

The largest figure of the main deity (46 meters) is located in the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The temple is one of the oldest in Bangkok (the building dates back to the 12th century). The reclining Buddha appeared in the temple much later. Another attraction that can be seen from afar is Wat Saket or the Temple of the Golden Mount. A particle of Buddha's ashes is kept in the golden stupa of the temple.

You can get to know the modern city better by visiting the legendary Khaosan Street. It is there that the most popular entertainment, cafes, shops, bars are located. In 2000, Khaosan Street gained worldwide popularity in connection with the release of the film "The Beach" with Leonardo DiCaprio, since it was from there that the main character began his journey. You can see the city from a bird's eye view from one of the viewing platforms Bangkok, which are located on the skyscrapers Bayok Sky, MahaNakhon, etc.

The Bangkok Siam Ocean World aquarium in the Siam Paragon shopping center is considered one of the largest in Southeast Asia. Its inhabitants are thousands of representatives of the underwater depths, which can only be met at maritime exhibitions. In turn, the unique safari park in Bangkok will allow you to see predators and mammals in their natural habitat.

To get to know the culture better, you should definitely visit the show productions of the Siam Niramit Theater, which have already won prestigious theater awards. Recreated on stage historical events ancient Siam, and the costumes and scenery fully reflect the national flavor.

If you came to Bangkok with a child and you don’t have much time for entertainment, then you should immediately rush to Siam Park or Dream World - largest parks attractions in Thailand. Of course, it is worth allocating a whole day to visit such large parks, but even a short visit will not leave indifferent any small traveler, since there are quite a few sites of this magnitude in the world.