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Send us a textI've recently just come back from an amazing trip to Thailand over Christmas & NY, visiting Bangkok, seeing the iconic landmarks such as the Grand Palace & Wat Arun), Pai which is a laid-back mountain town in northern Thailand known for its hippie vibe, hot springs, and Pai Canyon. Chiang Mai in the North where the vibe was relaxed and finally, to the beaches in Khao Lak were chilling was the order of the day. Lean in & listen to some worthy travel tips and my OCD travel encounters!EnjoyIf you like this episode, please rate, review, subscribe and share with others! Check out more of me at on my websiteFollow me on Instagram

EXPLORING THAILAND: FROM BUSTLING CITIES TO TRANQUIL BEACHESThailand is a country rich in culture, history and natural beauty. It offers a variety of experiences for travelers, from bustling cities to serene beaches, from ancient temples to modern skyscrapers, from spicy street food to fine dining. Bangkok is the capital and largest city of Thailand, and a hub of commerce, entertainment and culture. It is a city of contrasts, where you can find traditional markets and temples alongside modern shopping malls and skyscrapers. Bangkok is known for its vibrant nightlife, diverse cuisine and friendly people. Some of the must-see attractions in Bangkok include the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Chatuchak Weekend Market and Khao San Road. Bangkok is also a city that cares about sustainability, as it has many initiatives to reduce traffic congestion, promote public transportation, recycle waste and conserve energy. Chiang Mai is the largest city in northern Thailand, and a center of culture, education and spirituality. It is surrounded by mountains and forests, and has a cooler climate than the rest of the country. Chiang Mai is famous for its hundreds of temples, many of which date back to the 13th century. It is also a hub for arts and crafts, as well as wellness and meditation. Some of the highlights of Chiang Mai include the Old City, Doi Suthep, Elephant Nature Park, Night Bazaar and Sunday Walking Street. Chiang Mai is also a city that values sustainability, as it has many organic farms, eco-friendly hotels and social enterprises. You can visit an organic farm or a community garden to learn about sustainable agriculture, or stay at a hotel that uses solar panels or rainwater harvesting systems. You can also volunteer at an elephant sanctuary or a dog shelter to help the animals in need, or shop at a fair trade store or a handicraft market to support the local artisans.Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, and a popular destination for beach lovers. It has over 30 beaches, ranging from busy resorts to secluded coves. Phuket is also known for its water sports, nightlife and seafood. Some of the best beaches in Phuket include Patong, Kata, Karon and Kamala. Phuket is also a city that supports sustainability, as it has many projects to protect marine life, preserve coral reefs, clean up beaches and promote local culture. For example, you can join a snorkeling or diving trip to see the colorful fish and corals in the Andaman Sea, or participate in a beach cleanup or a coral restoration program to help the environment. Hua Hin is a seaside town in southern Thailand, and a favorite getaway for locals and tourists alike. It has a laid-back atmosphere, with long sandy beaches, golf courses, spas and markets. Hua Hin is also known for its royal heritage, as it is home to the summer palace of King Rama VI. Some of the attractions in Hua Hin include Hua Hin Beach, Cicada Market, Hua Hin Railway Station and Klai Kangwon Palace. Hua Hin is also a city that embraces sustainability, as it has many initiatives to reduce plastic use, promote renewable energy sources and support community development. Why wait? Book your trip now!!Support the showTripCast360 --- It's all about travel, lifestyle and entertainment.Web: TripCast360.com.Twit: https://twitter.com/TripCast360FB: https://www.facebook.com/TripCast360Insta: https://www.instagram.com/tripcast360/

In this episode of "Sleepless in Singapore", I share my recent adventure in Bangkok, a city that holds a special place in my heart. My spontaneous trip to Bangkok with Nat was a whirlwind of experiences, from staying in a stunning room at Shangri-La Bangkok with breathtaking river views to exploring the vibrant city life. Our encounters ranged from a fortuitous meeting with an Indian couple connected to a mutual acquaintance, to indulging in the local flavors at Bang Ruk Bazaar and the thrill of a VR roller coaster ride. Our Bangkok journey was filled with unique experiences, like river boating and exploring night markets. We relished delicious food, including an unforgettable meal at Gaggan, thanks to a serendipitous Instagram find. Sightseeing classics like Wat Arun and Chatuchak weekend market added to our rich tapestry of memories. Despite a camera hiccup, the trip was a blend of cultural immersion, culinary delights, and unexpected encounters, all culminating in a panoramic coffee break at the ICONSIAM's rooftop.

In this episode of "Sleepless in Singapore", I share my recent adventure in Bangkok, a city that holds a special place in my heart. My spontaneous trip to Bangkok with Nat was a whirlwind of experiences, from staying in a stunning room at Shangri-La Bangkok with breathtaking river views to exploring the vibrant city life. Our encounters ranged from a fortuitous meeting with an Indian couple connected to a mutual acquaintance, to indulging in the local flavors at Bang Ruk Bazaar and the thrill of a VR roller coaster ride. Our Bangkok journey was filled with unique experiences, like river boating and exploring night markets. We relished delicious food, including an unforgettable meal at Gaggan, thanks to a serendipitous Instagram find. Sightseeing classics like Wat Arun and Chatuchak weekend market added to our rich tapestry of memories. Despite a camera hiccup, the trip was a blend of cultural immersion, culinary delights, and unexpected encounters, all culminating in a panoramic coffee break at the ICONSIAM's rooftop.

Welcome to season two of The Happy Listening Project! This season, we'll take you on a sonic journey across Thailand, from Bangkok to the islands of Samui, Phangan and Tao, and from Khao Sok National Park to Raylay Beach. Join us as we traverse this magical country and delight in the sounds of its diverse ecosystems, from restful beaches to vibrant rainforests. A note on noise pollution: You may notice some human-made noises filtering into our natural soundscape recordings. While Millie has done her best to remove disruptive noises from motor vehicles and construction zones, some noise pollution remains on the audio files because it has become part of the soundscapes of Thailand. We encourage you to notice and reflect on these noises. We hope these tracks will help raise awareness of the sonic pollution caused by humans and our impact on natural soundscapes. Through awareness, we become empowered to take action towards protecting the natural soundscapes of our local ecosystems. We begin our travels in Bangkok. Let the sounds guide you as we take a walk and pause at Santi Chai Prakan Park, away from the tourist crowds. From here, we will board a boat to visit the Wat Arun temple. Take a moment to relax and enjoy the cool breeze on the hottest day of the year. Listen to the birds chirping, and stay tuned for geckos as they pop out to say hello. This is a no-loop audio file recorded by Millie Wissar. If you liked this episode, please consider donating through our ⁠Ko-fi page⁠: https://ko-fi.com/happylisteningproject Thank you for supporting this podcast!   Affiliate Disclaimer: We may receive small affiliate compensation (at no cost to you) if you make purchases using the links below. If you decide to buy something through these links, you'll support our channel and our ability to record soundscapes for you worldwide. We appreciate your support! Audio Equipment: Field Recorder: ZOOM H6 https://amzn.to/3N8aOuw  Joby Gorillapod 3K Pro Kit: https://amzn.to/3RqhQ0  Carbon Fiber light stand: ULANZI MT-49 https://amzn.to/47FMqIU Stereo-matched omnidirectional electret microphones: Mikro Usi pro  https://store.lom.audio/products/mikrousi-pro Portable Power Bank: Anker https://amzn.to/4a3irvY Headphones:  Shure SE846 PRO Gen 2 Wired https://amzn.to/3R8p7QX Sennheiser HD 25 https://amzn.to/46JzAbf  Shure SRH840A Over-Ear https://amzn.to/3RboOVk  Studio interview mics:  Schoeps cmit 5u: https://amzn.to/3Ru8H6S Shure sm48 https://amzn.to/47ELTqz SE2200: https://amzn.to/46MclNH Genelec Monitors: https://amzn.to/3NbDRNE Travel Gear: The North Face Women's Surge Commuter Laptop Backpack: https://amzn.to/4ah5vmq Hoka One One Womens Challenger ATR 7 GTX Textile Synthetic Trainers: https://amzn.to/47HFlaK --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happy-listening-project/support

Today we will taking about Day 6 & 7 of Thailand trip before flying to Korea. Visited the amazing The Grand Palace Temple, see the largest reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, mesmerized by the detailed mosaic at Wat Arun, magnificent dinner boat ride, and did a few errands before packing to Korea.Tune in and don't forget to spread the love. ❤ Shoutouts

Bangkok is a city which rewards many repeat visits and my recent trip there proved it! Putting together Episode 304 was a special chance for me to chat with several friends, old and new, who I had the joy of travelling with on our recent trip to Thailand.  In this episode, I start of chatting with Paddy Jenkins about our mutually favourite part of this Bangkok trip - visiting the Portuguese quarter or Kudijin (Kudichin). Diving deeper into the history of Bangkok here and learning about the Portuguese influence was so interesting (and side note, also delicious!). Next up, I speak with Bonnie Grima about another fun part of our Bangkok days, exploring some of its most famous temples, Wat Arun and Wat Pho. This time, we had with us master guide Suree, and she helped us know more of the extra-interesting details about these temples, both historical and modern. For Jules Park, a committed foodie, our evening in Chinatown was an especially memorable part of our Bangkok stay and we had a good chat about the atmosphere and some of the special treats we got to eat. Finally, I have included a part of an interview I recorded with our guide Suree while we were sitting in the cafe of the delightful Baan Kudichin museum in the Portuguese quarter. She gives me another good Bangkok tip, but we mostly chat about Thai culture and why Thai people often seem so content. Links: Thai Talk with Paddy - https://www.youtube.com/ThaiTalkwithPaddy/ Bonita Grima - https://www.bonitamaygrima.com/ Jules Park - @amazingsydney life - https://www.instagram.com/amazingsydneylife/  Talat Noi in Bangkok -  https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/talat-noi Amazing Thailand - https://amazingthailand.com.au/ Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/304 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

- Du khách thập phương ghé thăm ngôi chùa Bình minh (Wat Arun) nổi tiếng ở thủ đô Bangkok, Thái Lan những ngày này đều nóng lòng muốn thử những que kem với thiết kế độc lạ, lấy cảm hứng từ họa tiết gạch lát đầy màu sắc của ngôi chùa cổ này. Loại kem mới được cả người Thái và nhiều người nước ngoài ưa chuộng, hơn nữa chỉ có thể mua tại địa chỉ duy nhất là quán cà phê Arun nằm trong khuôn viên của chùa. Chủ đề : chùa, thái lan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vov1tintuc/support

Our Thailand adventure continues. Day Eight Part Two covers: Temple of Dawn AKA Wat Arun (วัดอรุณ), speed boat experience,  Luxury Dining Cruise, and ICONSIAM. Tune in and spread the love. ❤ Shoutouts

Finding a good layover is very likely whenever you're flying through a centrally located home base for your airline. Today's episode covers tips and itinerary ideas for those long layovers you might have in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Bangkok in Thailand, and New York City in the United States. Short List: UAE - Burj Khalifa & the Grand Mosque, Malaysia - Batu Caves & the Petronas Towers, Thailand - Wat Pho, Wat Arun, & Thipsanai, NYC - Times Square & Rockefeller Center.

El temple de l'albada de Bangkok, el Wat Arun, va ser el punt de partida escollit per iniciar la llarga caminada. La Jenn i en Llu

What a fun AND disturbing episode.   Don't Be A Terrible Tourist * Defacing or Destroying Property - In October 2013, two Utah Boy Scout leaders thought a 25-million-year-old hoodoo presented an imminent danger for the kids they accompanied and consequently decided to topple it over and film themselves doing so. Hoodoos — also called goblins — are unusual rock formations that look like columns with rounded caps; although some may seem precariously balanced, you're not supposed to knock them down. They are also the main attraction of Goblin Valley State Park. - Two visitors to Starved Rock State Park in Illinois allegedly drew their initials on an over 400 million year-old sandstorm formation that's also a sacred place for Native Americans. "Over the Labor Day weekend, two visitors to Starved Rock State Park allegedly vandalized a sandstorm formation that is over 400 million years old, and that has also been used as a sacred meeting spot for Native Americans for 8,000 years known as Council Overhang, Newsweek reported." * Trespassing - Two men are in hot water for getting too close to the hot water at the Old Faithful geyser in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. The tourists have since been arrested for “thermal trespassing” at the famous hot spring. The two men were caught walking “dangerously close” to the spout of the legendary geyser and taking photos on their cellphones. * Stealing - An American man visiting the former Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp in Poland was charged with attempting to steal a piece of the historic train tracks. On March 31, an American visitor to Auschwitz, one of the most well-known death camps from World War II, allegedly attempted to steal a piece of the metal train tracks leading into the camp. Many of the 1.1 million people who died inside its gates were transported to the camps via train. AP reported that the tourist was charged with "attempted theft of an item of cultural importance," which can result in 10 years in prison. * Indecent Exposure - Tourists in Thailand were arrested for taking nude photos at a historic temple. Two tourists from the United States were arrested in Thailand after taking nude photos at the Wat Arun temple in Bangkok, according to The Telegraph. The men traveled around the world posting nude photos on their now-deleted Instagram account, "Traveling Butts," including at the historic temple in Bangkok. After posting the photo, the tourists were detained, fined for public indecency, and blacklisted from returning to the country. - Skinny Dipping in famous rivers, lakes, streams and fountains. * Drunk and Disorderly - An American tourist was reportedly hospitalized after falling from a statue in Italy during a night out drinking with friends. A 23-year-old American was reportedly rushed to the hospital in Turin, Italy. La Repubblica reported that at around 1 a.m., after a night spent drinking at a brewery, a group of tourists stopped at the Piazza Bodoni, where one of them climbed on the horse statue - potentially to take a selfie. According to Torino Today he underwent brain surgery in the afternoon for life-threatening injuries. * Disrespectful Behavior ***** A family traveling around New Zealand had its visas revoked after wreaking havoc throughout the country, including threatening tourists, stealing, and ruining a motel room. A British family of 12 has been terrorizing the people of New Zealand for a month as they travel throughout the country. For starters, two children from the family were caught on camera stealing a Christmas tree while shopping at a convenience store. The family also allegedly refused to pay for meals at several restaurants, claiming there were bugs in their food and drinks. The behavior is said to have continued in their motel, as staff accused the family of throwing cigarette butts, beer cans, and even spaghetti on the floor. Staffers said the room "smelt like kid's poo" and took hours to clean. It doesn't end there, though. At the Be

Join us as we walk through the must-see of temple sites in Bangkok. Thailand has thousands of temples, each with their own styles, traits, and history. In this episode we share our experience visiting Wat Arun, Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and Wat Phra.

Después de disfrutar unos días en Tokio, aterrizar en Bangkok fue un respiro. La perfección de los países desarrollados me parece un tanto fría, distante; por el contrario, ¡Tailandia me hizo sentir en casa al instante! Cuando menos lo pensamos estábamos formados afuera del Grand Palace. El acceso fue relativamente rápido y una vez adentro los azulejos multicolor mezclados con espejos –y lo que aparenta ser oro– me abrumaron, pero en el buen sentido. La alucinante arquitectura me hizo creer que este sería el highlight de la ciudad, pero Wat Pho y Wat Arun le dieron batalla. Los templos budistas son particularmente hermosos: la tranquilidad, el respeto y lo supremo se conjugan para brindar un espacio de reflexión y encuentro. Ahora, palacios y templos no es lo único que Tailandia tiene para ofrecer, también tiene playas y –más importante– ¡elefantes! ¡Acompáñame en esta emocionante aventura!

Number 3, Wat Arun. Even though it’s name means temple of dawn this is a wonderful site best enjoyed at sunset. Located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, some consider it the most beautiful temple in Thailand. It’s prang or spire on the banks of the river is a world-class landmark. At the time of my visit, Wat Arun was undergoing major renovations as you can see by the scaffolding. Wat Arun held the great Emerald Buddha before it was transferred to Wat Phra Kaew at the Grand Palace. In fact the temple was part of the grounds of the royal palace where it was located before it was moved in 1785. Number 2, Wat Pho. Wat Pho, home of the reclining Buddha. This temple complex is perfect for just wandering as most people will show up, check out the 46 meter long Buddha and immediately leave. You’ll have lots of space to enjoy the atmosphere of a world-class heritage site and the largest collection of Buddha statues in Thailand.Wat Pho is within walking distance of the number one temple to visit in Bangkok, Wat Phra Kaew or the temple of the Emerald Buddha, located within the Grand Palace complex. Because Wat Phra Kaew doesn’t house any monks it is more like a personal chapel for the royal family than an actual templeWrite a Review:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/adventure-travel-far-east-inspired-by-rick-steves-lonely/id1079513943?mt=2  Indore Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Mystic Force Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Mystic Force Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0  

How do you figure out which temples to see in Bangkok when there are over 400 of them? Here are the top 3 that should be on anyone’s list. I’ll explore more in another episode but here’s where to start. This may be enough for your first trip to Bangkok, Thailand. Let’s start the tour! Number 3, Wat Arun. Even though it’s name means temple of dawn this is a wonderful site best enjoyed at sunset. Located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, some consider it the most beautiful temple in Thailand. It’s prang or spire on the banks of the river is a world-class landmark. At the time of my visit, Wat Arun was undergoing major renovations as you can see by the scaffolding. Wat Arun held the great Emerald Buddha before it was transferred to Wat Phra Kaew at the Grand Palace. In fact the temple was part of the grounds of the royal palace where it was located before it was moved in 1785. Wat Arun glistens in the golden hour at sunset. It’s intricate craftmanship of tiny pieces of glass and Chinese porcelain artfully placed on the prang and other structures is an unforgettable site. You can get to Wat Arun via Tha Tien Pier also called Pier 8 right after you visit the number 2 temple. Wat Pho, home of the reclining Buddha. This temple complex is perfect for just wandering as most people will show up, check out the 46 meter long Buddha and immediately leave. You’ll have lots of space to enjoy the atmosphere of a world-class heritage site and the largest collection of Buddha statues in Thailand. Wat Pho was the first public university in the country and is also home to the top massage school. This is where you can experience a more therapeutic rather than soothing massage. Book ahead otherwise you may have a long wait which can eat into precious exploring time. Of course you also want to savour the presence of this incredible reclining Buddha that’s covered in gold leaf. This image is the Buddha entering Nirvana thus ending reincarnations. The statue is 46 meters long and 15 meters high with the soles of the feet at 3 meters height and inlaid with mother of pearl. There are 108 bronze bowls in the corridor representing the 108 auspicious characters of the Buddha. You can purchase a bowl of coins you can use to drop in the bowls for good fortune, which also aids the monks in preserving the reclining Buddha and Wat Pho. The sound the coins make when dropping is pretty cool in the giant hall. Wat Pho is within walking distance of the number one temple to visit in Bangkok, Wat Phra Kaew or the temple of the Emerald Buddha, located within the Grand Palace complex. Because Wat Phra Kaew doesn’t house any monks it is more like a personal chapel for the royal family than an actual temple. The emerald Buddha is considered the palladium of the Kingdom of Thailand. It is made of a single block of jade and is 66 centimeters or 26 inches high, cloaked in three different gold costumes appropriate for the three seasons, wet and hot, and winter, the cool season. No photographs or video are allowed inside the chapel but you can spend as much time as you like enjoying the Buddha and interior of the structure. This is the spiritual heart of Thailand and the top tourist attraction of Bangkok with thousands of visitors daily. There is a dress code and you will be stopped by officials if your clothing is deemed inappropriate. I’ll leave a link in the video description for your reference. In fact most if not all Buddhist temples in Thailand have specific requirements for appropriate clothing. The Grand Palace is crowded and most of the time, an extremely hot place with no air conditioning so pace yourself. To avoid some of the bigger crowds it’s best to start as early as possible, the complex opens at 8:30 everyday. Conceivably you could see all top 3 temples in one day. Starting out at The Grand Palace, then stopping for a coffee or tea beak in a cool cafe around Tha Thien or Pier 8, which is close by Wat Pho and the reclining Buddha. Then visiting Wat Pho before a leisurely lunch around Tha Tien. Then finishing off your tour with a river crossing to Wat Arun in the late afternoon and perhaps enjoying the sunset from one of the best spots in the city. Help others discover Far East Adventure Travel in iTunes! Write a Review: Dress Code For Royal Urn at Grand Palace-Bangkok, Thailand: Regular Dress Code: Music Credits Indore Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Mystic Force Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Primer día en Bangkok. Y si hay algo que todo aquel que llega a la capital de Tailandia tiene en mente es una visita a los Templos. En este episodio os cuento mi periplo por los templos más importantes: El Gran Palacio, el Wat Pho y el Wat Arun.Más información en: http://miguelontheroad.com/blog/dia-1-maraton-templos-bangkok/

Bangkok, Thailand is full of history, exciting street life, notorious red-light districts, fantastic food and enough stimulation to call it one of the most exciting cities to visit on the planet! It's actually the second most visited city in the world following by London as the top spot and preceding Paris in third place. On my most recent whirlwind visit through the city I took in the top sites including The Grand Palace where Thailand's palladium, the Emerald Buddha, can be found as well as Wat Arun, and Wat Pho, two other top temples that shouldn't be missed on a stay in Bangkok. Because I'm a travel broadcaster it's hard to overlook a backpacking center like the legendary Khao San Road, even if just for watching the street entertainment of joyous travellers pushing the partying limit. Check out the latest Far East Adventure Travel Podcast for highlights of live streams this year from Bangkok, Thailand.

Once the home to the kings of Siam and Thailand The Grand Palace is the number one tourist attraction in Bangkok[/caption] The Grand Palace is the busiest tourist attraction in Bangkok. It has been home to the Kings of Siam and Thailand since 1782. It is not one building as the name implies but a series of buildings, halls, and pavilions set around courtyards, open lawns, and gardens. On first approach to the complex you are literally assaulted by it’s stunning array of colors, shapes, textures and symmetry, overwhelming in it’s sense of beauty. The gold statues and chedis gleam in the intense sun and are almost a distraction from the massive crowds. Arrive early to see the top sight of the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, the Chapel of the Emerald Buddha. Carved from a single piece of jade the Emerald Buddha has been on an interesting adventure in the past few centuries. Said to have been discovered by the Abbot of a monastery in Chiang Rai Northern Thailand in the 15 century, the emerald buddha has spend time in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Luang Prabang, Laos before moving to a shrine near Wat Arun in Thonburi before it’s final home at the Grand Palace. The Emerald Buddha is considered the palladium of the Kingdom of Thailand. Perhaps it’s for this reason that photographs are not allowed inside the chapel. The building is considered a personal chapel of the royal family and not a temple as monks do not reside there. The emerald Buddha statue is 19 inches wide and 26 inches high and is adorned with 3 gold seasonal costumes, one for the rainy season, summer, and cool season. They are exchanged by the King in a ceremony at the change of each season. A duplicate of the emerald Buddha can be seen a photographed in Chiang Rai. The Grand Palace is filled with adornments including the gold mythical Aponsi, half-woman, half lion, demon guardians supporting the gilded chedi and the Kinnon, half-human, half-bird. Phra Mondop, at the base of which sit stone carved Buddhas in the Javanese style. Sixteen twelve corner columns support the multi-tiered roof that houses the Buddhist Canon, or sacred texts. The gold gilded chedis are among the most striking structures of the Grand Palace especially on a bright day with a blue sky. The star creatures of the grounds are the giant Yaksha of the Thai Ramakian , Thailand’s version of the Ramayana, an epic Hindu poem. Many murals inside the walls of the Grand Palace feature images of the Thai Ramakian, the story of Rama, whose wife, Sita is abducted by Ravana, the King of Lanka, or Sri Lanka. The Ramayana or Thai Ramakan explores human values and the concept of dharma. On most days the Grand Palace will seem like the hottest place on the planet. So pace yourself. The extra clothing you will have to wear to cover your shoulders and legs as part of the dress code will add to the discomfort. Drink lots of water, wear a wide brimmed hat and do as the Asians do, use an umbrella as a barrier to the intense sun. At the east wall of the Wat Phra Kaew sits eight Phra Atsada Maha Chedis. Each chedi is decorated with a different shade of Chinese porcelain representing the eight elements of Buddhism, Right Understanding, Right Thought, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Concentration and Right Mindfulness. The porcelain creates a glowing effect fitting for their significance. There are still many buildings to admire and visit outside the walls of the Chapel of the Emerald Buddha including the Central Court. Here is where the king resided and where all state business was conducted. The Phra Maha Monthien Group are a series of buildings near the eastern edge of the central court that were the main residence and audience hall for the king. During the week you can visit inside and see the gilded thrones used by the kings. Next to the Dusit Group is the Chakra Maha Prasat, nicknamed the westerner with the Thai hat due to it’s mixed styles of architecture. Today Chakra Maha Prasat is mainly used for state banquets and receptions for foreign ambassadors. It’s closed to the public but there is a weapons collection on the ground level that can be viewed on weekdays. The base of the Chakra Maha Prasat houses the royal guards who you can see standing at attention throughout the day in front of it’s VIP main entrance. And yes you can take pictures with them, just don’t expect any conversation or engagement as they are on duty. Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall is the only building that is open to the public within it’s group. No photographs are permitted inside but you can enjoy the features including a mother of pearl throne and a large mother of pearl throne bed which was used by the king for relaxing between audiences. Today the throne hall is used for lying in state for kings, queens, and favored members of the royal family. Thai kings stopped living in the palace full time at around the beginning of the 20th century but the Grand Palace is still considered the spiritual center of the Thai Kingdom. The inner court where the Thai kings resided and their royal consorts and daughters lived is no longer used but is still closed off to the public. Most of the important sites of the Grand Palace can be seen in one visit. This is probably not a full day trip as the heat and crowds can be overwhelming to most and the exhibits that can be viewed and open to the public are easily seen during a morning or afternoon . If you arrive at the main entrance gate by the 8:30 opening you have plenty of time to see The Chapel of The Emerald Buddha and the buildings of the Central Court with time for breaks in the shade and be finished before lunch. You might be able to squeeze in a visit to one of the on sight museums as well. Like the Taj Mahal and Angkor Wat the Grand Palace is a tourist bus magnet. Though worth every bit of patience to quickly immerse yourself in the history of Siam and Thailand and understand the importance of the King, the royal family, and Buddhism to the Thai people.

ASí de bien lo pasamos con Jota de KID , WAT ARUN y la intervención telefonica de Dany Bpm!!!