One Night In Bangkok
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Amazing Bangkok - The Capital Of Thailand
Bangkok is the largest and most populated city in Thailand. It is also the capital of Thailand. It used to be known as Krung Thep in Thai. Bangkok is situated on the east bank of the river Chao Phraya.
The original name Krung Thep has been in use for more than two century. The name Bangkok is used for foreigners and visitors and is only restricted to a particular district of the city.
There are three royal palaces in Bangkok. There are many his Read More...
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The Rivers And Canals Of Bangkok
Bangkok was founded in 1782 and ever since the rivers and canals have been the main mode of transportation. The interlinked network of natural and man-made canals ended giving Bangkok the title of Venice of the East.
Even today, Bangkok’s river and canals are used to get around the city and many locals prefer this mode of transportation to any other.
People visiting Bangkok say that one cannot leave the city without visiting the temples of Bang Read More...
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Bangkok - A Travel Guide For The First Time Visitor (Part Two)
Another of Bangkok’s temples worth visiting is Wat Pho (also known as Wat Chetuphon). Wat Pho is the oldest temple in Bangkok and is home to Thailand’s largest reclining Buddha at 46 metres long and 15 metres high. You will also find the greatest number of Buddha images in Thailand within its extensive grounds. You should expect to pay approximately 20 Baht (30 pence) to visit Wat Pho.
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