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Address: 6 Charoenkrung Road, Wang Burapha Phiro, Phra
Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 66-2-222-1854
Previously a cinema house built by King Rama VII, the building
underwent major renovation in 1992, evolving as a modern theatre
of international standards. It is well equipped with the lastest
special effects and technologies such as laser and multivision
systems serving to enhance the already dramatic stage shows and
films.
Contact the venue for a current performance schedule.
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Address: Chalerm Krung Road, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 66-2-222-3975
Built during the reign of King Rama V (1868-1910), this Chinese
inspired temple is one of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok.
Chinese tourists and Thai-Chinese staying around the area of Yaowarat
regularly frequent it.
It is also the place of worship and education for many monks and
novice Buddhists and is especially lively during Chinese festivals.
The shrine calls many devotees to prayer and combines the elements
of many faiths, including Confucianism and Taoism.
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Address: Bangkok Tourist Bureau, 17/1 Phra Arthit Road,
Phra Nakorn, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 66-2-225-7612
See the sights of inner Bangkok from a double-decker bus. On-route
a professional guide describes the attractions as passengers relax
in air-conditioned comfort downstairs, or take a birds-eye view
from the open top deck. Multi-lingual commentary is available.
Stay on-board for the one-hour tour, or alight at Vimanmek Palace
and then catch the next available bus. On the evening tour, strategic
lighting turns temples and buildings into a glittering spectacle.
Admission: THB200. Entrance to Vimanmek Palace: THB50 or free
with a Grand Palace ticket.
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Although the Royal Family no longer resides here,
the Palace is still used for ceremonial purposes, and most of
it remains closed to the public. Nevertheless, as the four buildings
making up the Palace are incorporated into the grounds of glittering
Wat Phra Kaew, they are worth checking out for their varying architectural
styles, interestingly amalgamated into one building in the case
of Chakri Mahaprasart. The Royal Thai Decoration and Coin Pavilion
is the only part open to the public.
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National
Museum
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Address: 4 Na Phra That Road,
Ko Ratanakosin District, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 66-2-224-1333
Established in 1884 - making it Thailand's first public museum -
this museum is reputedly the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia.
It is definitely worth spending at least half a day here, particularly
if you're heading to Ayutthaya or Sukhothai, the former Thai capitals.
The vast array of items covering periods from Neolithic times can
be a bit overwhelming, and the English labeling can be disappointing
in some parts, so time your visit to coincide with a tour. These
are operated in English, German, French and Japanese. Call to inquire
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| This rare green space, totaling around 30 acres was
originally used for the cremation of royal figures. Today it's used
for the Royal Ploughing Ceremony, when the King 'opens' the rice-growing
season each May. For the rest of the year, the flat field is used
for strolling, picnicking and flying kites. The latter is particularly
popular in February and April. Various hawkers selling everything
from fortunes to amulets dot the outskirts. Not quite the oasis
that Lumphini Park is, though. |
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