Bangkok is a rapidly developing metropolis and at the same time an ancient city with wooden houses on stilts along picturesque canals. This is the place where skyscrapers and the oldest Buddhist temples, colorful markets and entertainment centers are very near.
Arriving here for the first time, it is difficult to understand among such diversity, therefore it will be best to get acquainted with the Thai capital through numerous excursions that can be ordered and in Russian
Panoramic tour of Bangkok
One of the most popular is a sightseeing tour of Bangkok. It allows you to see the most important places in the city in just one day. Visit the ancient temples and royal palaces, and thus add a very holistic impression of Bangkok and Thai culture in general.
In just one day you will see Thailand's richest and most luxurious temple of the Emerald Buddha, visit the Golden Mount, where in full to the extent that the essence of Thai culture and religion opens, you will drive on unusual boats along canals along ancient districts, visit the royal residence. The cost of such a one-day excursion is approximately $ 100.
Excursion to the Royal Palace
You can find out about the history and culture of Thailand by visiting the Royal Palace. Here is the museum of the Chakri dynasty, which features interesting items for religious rituals, luxurious gifts from heads of other states, jewelry and a collection of ancient coins, some of which are almost a thousand years old. A special action that attracts the attention of tourists is the changing of the guard. In addition, you can simply walk around the picturesque palace park and admire the luxury of the surrounding buildings.
The excursion also includes a visit to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Jewelry Center and a lunch in the national traditions, its cost is approximately $ 50.
Excursion to the Temple of the Reclining Buddha
The Temple of the Reclining Buddha is so grandiose that it is worth visiting with a separate excursion that takes at least four hours, it is done daily from 8:30 and from 13:00, costs from $ 50, in head ing on the number of people in the group. This temple is one of the largest in the country and is distinguished, above all, by a huge Buddha statue. Its height is about fifteen meters, and the length exceeds forty-five meters, and the statue is completely covered with gold, besides the legs and eyes of the Buddha are decorated with mother-of-pearl.
The temple is located on the island and covers an area of about eight hectares, one hundred towers-pagodas, an impressive collection of crystal and fine porcelain products, an enormous library with ancient manuscripts, the walls of which are decorated with a unique mosaic. In the garden of the temple there are many different sculptures and huge stupas created at different times in honor of different emperors
Excursion through the channels of Bangkok
Being in Bangkok, it is worth to take a walk through its ancient canals, they are especially impressive in the dark, when the city is transformed beyond recognition, include highlights on temples and palaces, the noise of streets abates, habitual vanity fades. You will slowly pass by a small steamer along the mysterious streets of old quarters, enjoying the unusual color and dishes of Thai cuisine. The cost of such a sightseeing tour is about $ 40.
Temple of the Emerald Buddha |
Royal Barge |
Temple of the Great Relic Wat Mahathat |
Thematic excursions
Also do not disappoint you and the colorful evening performance of "Siam Niramit", this you will not see anywhere else in the world. Luxurious costumes, intricate scenery and a specific game of artists in a unique form will bring to the viewer the history of the Thai people and reveal his soul. Visiting the show and dinner cost $ 45.
Also grabs an evening tour of the city with a visit to the main tourist area of Pratunam, the huge Patpong market, the Silom business district with its skyscrapers and luxury hotels, and at the end you will have a gorgeous dinner in a restaurant located on 78 on the floor of the tallest building in Bangkok, from where the city is visible in the palm of your hand. The cost of this excursion is about $ 45.
An excursion to the floating market Damnoen Saduak promises to be quite unusual and impressive. This is a unique place where simply in boats sell all kinds of souvenirs, wood products, amulets and incense, exotic fruits. Also there are floating "boat-restaurants", where they prepare national snacks. There is a unique atmosphere, which is a pleasure to swim in.
Excursions for children
Being in Bangkok with children, be sure to visit one of the world's largest oceanariums, the huge "Safari Park" and, of course, the Thai Disneyland " The world of dreams. " The sea of pleasant impressions is guaranteed to you. In addition, gastronomic tours are now gaining popularity with the best restaurants in Bangkok, the reviews are only positive.