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Bangkok Sightseeing
Here are the some places you may like to visit
The Ancient City, Bangkok
Location: Kilometre 33, Sukhumwit Hightway, Bangpoo, Samutprakarn
Opening Hours: 08:30 - 17:00
Visitors get a idea about how the old Siam days. This historical reproduction is
one of the world largest outdoor museum. You can hire a bicycle and
go around.
China Town, Bangkok
As name implies, you can get lot of traditional Chinese shops and activities.
Visitors can get good Chinese and Indian food from here.
Location: East of the Hualaphong Station.
Corrections Museum, Bangkok
Opening Hours: 08:30 am - 16:00 pm (Monday - Friday)
Location: Banglamphu - Romanee Lert Park
This is located in former Bangkok remand prison and you can see the old punishment
methods, tools and execution methods.
Dusit Zoo, Bangkok
This was a private garden of the king Rama 5 and extends over 18 hectare of land.
Specially the kids can enjoy here.
Grand Palace, Bangkok
This is the Bangkok’s most famous landmark. Grand palace was build in year 1782 and was the residence of the Thai king for more than 100 years. Here you get collection of
ornate temples and Witness the Thai architecture and creativity. Admission charges
apply and visitors needs to dress properly.
Opening Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm.
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Jim Thompson's House
This Thai style house was build by a silk trader call Jim Thompson and beeter place to
see Thai artifacts & antiques. Visitors can purchase quality silk and gift from here.
National Museum, Bangkok
This is located close to Grand palace and visitors can see the artiifacts from the Thai
culture and history.
Opening Hours: Day time - Wednesday to Sunday.
Admission: 40 Baht for foreigners.
Red Light Districts, Bangkok
Actually this gives a negative
reputation about the Thailand and Thai people. Many tourist visit here for sightseeing through the streets
to see those go go girls and sex shows. Bangkok red light areas inclueds Patpong, Nana Plaza and Soi Cowboy.
Out of these three Patpong is a most popular area with many bars, clubs and becomes fully crowded in night time.
Vimanmek Golden Teak Palace, Bangkok
This museum was the residence of the King Rama 5 and consider as the world largest
golden teak mansion. You need to wear proper attire to enter this and guided tours
can be arranged. Still uses for some Royal functions. This is located in Dusit area and where you can see wide tree line avenues and peaceful environment.
Opening Hours: 08:30 until 16:30 (Tuesday - Saturday)
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