Home to the cosmopolitan city of Bangkok and the ancient Thai Kingdom of Ayutthaya, the area is a tourist hotspot. Also really worth a visit are: Wat Phra Buddha Bat Woramahavihan in Saraburi, which it is believed houses an impression of the Buddha's footprint; the sixth century Phra Pathom Chedi said to be the largest chedi in the world and the Damnoen Saduak (floating markets) both in Nakorn Pathom; the location for the film 'Bridge of the River Kwai' in Kanchanaburi; the hilltop palace Phra Nakorn Khiri in Petchaburi, which was built during King Mongkut's reign; the summer royal palace at Hua Hin and Thailand's most beautiful national park Khao Sam Roi Yod National Park, located in Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Wat Rachathiwat is used today support the traditional royal barge ceramonies at the Wat Rachathiwat Pier. This Wat was re-established from the former "Wat Samor-rai" Temple and restoration was continuously performed in this temple from the time of King Rama I to King Rama III periods ... READ MORE
The Bangkok's Old Town area is located along the Chao Praya River and is one of Bangkok's biggest tourist attractions. The aerial picture below is of the Old town area showing the associated attractions, all within walking distance of each other making a great full day trip... READ MORE
Located in Bangkok, the extensive and very informative National Museum serves as a great place to learn about Thai culture and history, and of the significance of Buddhism to the Thai way of life. Many artifacts from the former capitals of Sukhothai and Ayuthaya are displayed here. A visit here is highly recommended, the exhibits can keep you absorbed for hours! ... READ MORE
Phra Sumen Fort is located adjacent to the Chao Praya River between the Phra Pin Klao Bridge and Rama VIII Bridge. The fort is a national historic monument. The area around the Fort is a park used by the locals for evening fun...READ MORE
One of the tourist attractions in Bangkok is the giant swing made of teak wood and painted red. Over the past months there have been reports in the press of cracks appearing in the swing which was making it dangerous to the public. Apparently, restoration work, costing 3.39 million baht, has just been completed and extending its life for an estimated five more years ... READ MORE
The famous Wat Arun perhaps better known as the Temple of the Dawn, is one of the best known landmarks and one of the most published images of Bangkok. The temple consists of a massive elongated prang (Khmer-style tower), which is surrounded by four smaller prangs. The main prang is 104m high and is decorated by pieces of porcelain that had previously been used as ballast by boats coming to Bangkok from China. The Wat had a brief period as host of the celebrated Emerald Buddha, which now resides in nearby Wat Phra Kaew inside the grounds of the Grand Palace ... READ MORE
The museum is a great place to learn about the history of Thailand. The history is tastefully displayed in this historic building. The building was used as the Ministry of Commerce for many years and was restored for this museum...READ MORE
The Flower Market acts as a whole sale hub of distribution of flowers throughout Bangkok, but the vendors will sell you a handful of flowers if you ask. You can find most varieties of flowers there from across the world...READ MORE
Wat Pratum Wanaram is a beautiful oasis nestled between two of Bangkok's biggest and most well-known malls, Siam Paragon and Central World in the heart of Bangkok's busy business district ... READ MORE
Siam Ocean World is located in the basement of one to the largest Malls in Bangkok. This aquarium is purported to be the biggest in Southeast Asia. The aquarium has thousands of aquatic creatures including a few marine mammals including a few penguins ... READ MORE
A day trip to the Lumpini Park is a great way to get out of the busy life of Bangkok. The park is in the middle of the Sathorn Business District, one of the busiest in the city and is an entire city block. It is bordered by Rama IV road on the south, Wireless Road on the East and Silom Road on the West...READ MORE
Rot Fai, Chatuchak and Queen Sirikit Parks is a fairly large park complex in the northern end on Bangkok. This complex of parks is located within walking distance of Phahonyotin and Chatuchek MRT Stations (Subway) and Mo Chit BTS Station (Sky Train) and is really worth the trip if you have an extra day in your travels...READ MORE
A day trip to the Rama IX Botanical Gardens is a great way to spend the day in Bangkok in an out-of-the-way scenic area, little frequented by foreigners. These gardens are located to the east and a little south of Bangkok center city, only costing a little over 100 baht to get there by taxi... READ MORE
A trip down the Chao Phraya River is a great way to get to know Bangkok. Getting there is easy, starting at the Taskin Bridge and the central Pier. Take the BTS (sky train) to the Saphon Taskin Station, which is located just before the pier. Boats for tourists that have guides explaining the sites along the river. If you are the adventurous type, there are many commuter boats that are very affordable...READ MORE
Ko Kret or Kred island in the Chao Phraya River was created from the digging of a canal around a cape of the Chao Phraya River. In 1722, during the reign of King Thaisa of Ayutthaya, the area was originally called Khlong Lat Kret Noi which means a shortcut to Kret canal... READ MORE
Chalermprakiat Park is a great place to go for a relaxing afternoon. Located along the Chao Praya River, the park has many great view of the river. The Park is located in Nonthaburi and next to the Wat Chalermprakiat temple, making it a great weekend destination for the local Thai People...READ MORE
