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With
its hulking skyscrapers and ultramodern hotels, Bangkok is
one of the most contemporary cities in Asia. Thankfully, it
never lost its Thai charm, with the museums, temples, food
and, of course, people that make Bangkok both
quintessentially Thai and culturally diverse. One great way
to think about your exploration of Bangkok is to traverse
the streets for a taste of the modern, but to get a feel for
the historical, more old-style Bangkok, take to the canals. |
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The
One Thing You Don't Want to Miss
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Wat
Pho is a must-see, famous for its huge (46 meters by 15
meters) gold-plated reclining Buddha and renowned massage
school. You will also see over 1,000 additional images of
Buddha, mostly from the ruins of the former capitals of
Ayutthaya and Sukhothai. As for the massage school, a
traditional Thai massage alone is worth the trip to Wat Pho.
Many of the world's celebrities and dignitaries have come here
in need of a break from the hectic pace of their famous lives.
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Sporting
Adventures
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Every
second Sunday of the month, the private and exclusive Royal
Bangkok Sports Club on Henri Dunant Road opens its doors to
the public for its horse races, where you can bet on a win
basis only (not to place or show). To enjoy the other
amenities such as golf, squash and tennis, you'd better
befriend an RBSC member during your stay, because those
activities are decidedly un-public.
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Local
Flavors
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Enjoy
the freshest and most delicious pad Thai and tom young goong
in the world. And the satay sold by street vendors is a
delicacy that should not be missed.
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Shopping
for Bargains
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Take
a boat tour down the San Saep canal and visit the Bo-be
Market, the locals' favorite place to buy affordable clothing.
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