SHORT VACAY: BANGKOK 4D3N [Part II]
Day 3: 05 Mac 2018 (Bangkok main attractions)
On our third day, our visit mainly focuses on the places at the heart of Bangkok. The first places we went was the Wat Arun. We rode a long-tail boat (orange flag) cruising the river from the Taksin jetty to the Wat Arun which cost us only 15 baht (one-way). Remember that ships with different flag go to a different path and destination. The journey was fun, there were lots of resort, temple, commercial building and home along the sides of the river. Tips -Tourist entering temples are compulsory to wear appropriate attire, no short pants/skirts above knees and shoulder must be covered. When we arrived, there a few stalls open just outside the temple, do not worry if you forgot bringing your long pants or maxi skirt, there near the entrance of the counter, renting cover is available. I have to be honest the temple is beautifully mesmerizing. It is perfect for taking a good photoshoot/picture but always remembers that this place is a holy place, behave and respect the local and the surrounding.
After in awe of Wat Arun, we went to Wat Pho which also a Buddhist temple. The uniqueness of this temple is the existence of the giant sleeping Buddha. It was massive, unusual and in gold. Even the wall of the building painted with pictures of a story in the past probably about Buddha ( sorry we did not have a tour guide to explain everything ) but trust me it was detail beautifully. O yah, do not forget to take off shoes and arrange it properly on the rack provided before entering the sacred place. The day we went there the crowds were crazy. There a lot of people coming from different places visiting this place because most blogger recommends it as a must visit sites in Bangkok. Due to the heat, we only stayed inside Wat Pho probably less than 30 minutes. Then continued our journey to The Grand Palace which is not far from the sleeping Buddha. We decided to take Tuk Tuk. The crowds at the Grand Palace was also insane. Ha-Ha. We took lots of photos inside because the buildings are beautiful. Afterward, we visited the Big Swing which is near to the Wat Suthat temple. The red swing is just outside of the temple, and no fee charged. We did not enter the Wat Suthat, but I recommended to visit this place because it was less crowded than the other hotspot temple. Below is briefly the fee and operation hours of the holy places we been visited;
The evening we visited the Anantha Samakhon Hall which is approximately 2.4 km from the big swing. We rode grab to the destination which cost us inexpensive baht. Luckily, when we went there, the place held a flower festival just outside the building. Before entering the places the authorities checked us, they examine our passport and even scan our bag before allowing us to pass the areas. The scenery in front of the Anantha Samakhon Hall is stunning; there were different colors of real flowers arrange, and the local wore their custom beautifully. It is fortunate of us to see the culture emerge from the event. We tried their local foods from different stalls, saw local do their crafts and even enjoying their traditional song and dance. I felt so close to the local. Tips - Browse exciting events and festivals in Bangkok here.
The late evening, we went to Siam Paragon, one of Bangkok busiest mall. We went there by train and stop at Siam BTS. We do some window shopping at the mall. At the last minute, we decided to enter the Bangkok Seaworld which is inside the same building. I have never been to any big aquarium and never saw a real-life shark before (poor me). We got an exclusive deal, so the entrance fee we paid was 1490 Baht per adult. You can check this website for up-to-date info on the fees rate. The aquatic life inside the aquarium was fascinating. I saw many varieties of beautiful aquatic flora and fauna. I got a chance to touch Patrick the starfish too. Haha. It was the best experiences. On our earlier plan, we want to go to the 21 Terminal Bangkok, but unfortunately, we have to cancel the plans due to lack of time.
I recommended at night at Bangkok take some time to experience the night market, especially in Khoa San Road. We rode Tuk Tuk from Siam Paragon to the market; it took us about 20 minutes (6.7 Km) to get there because of road congestion. We arrived around 7.30 pm, and it is still early, but there were some stalls and shops open. We were strolling around, have char kuew Teoh while waiting the whole market came alive. The Khoa San Road famous for being a backpacker places by tourist and also for hanging out until morning (clubbing). Local open stalls were selling varieties of goods ranging from local foods, bizarre food (scorpion, cockroach, grasshopper, etc.) clothes, crafts, souvenirs, and etcetera. There also had an outdoor massage; it was unique. Before going back to our hostel, we managed visited Asiatique the RiverFront. There were lots of people doing their shopping and had their supper. Interesting about this places was the giant go-around-wheel, we did ride it and experienced the beautiful night view of Bangkok at the top of the Ferris-wheel. It was surreal. The day was over and to conclude it was the hectic fun, memorable day because we had to catch-up all the itineraries we planned and enjoyably visited all the place.
Day 4: 06 Mac 2018 (See you again Thailand)
It was our last-half day in Bangkok, where we spent our precious time at several places such as the Lumpini Park, Boat Temple, the Assumption Cathedral, and Robinson Mall before going back home. Our first stop was Lumpini Park. We used BTS from Taksin BTS near our stay to Ratchadamri BTS, walk a few meters before reaching the Lumpini Park. The parks operation hours were from 5.00 am to 9.00 pm, and the entrance was free. The place was huge with trees and an artificial lake where visitors can rent boats. Besides, Lumpini Park offers open public space for activities like jogging and other physical activities. After satisfied relaxing at the park, we went to the Boat Temple a.k.a Wat Yannawa which was near to our stay at The Glur Hostel, again we used BTS. The temple is rare due to its shape which is like a boat, and there were other buildings inside the temple area. It is a recommended place if you want to enjoy temple without crowd and hustle.
We went to Assumption Cathedral which was located 1.2 Km from Boat Temple, and it took us less than 10 minutes to reach there by Tuk-Tuk. Assumption Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Church which is the main church of the Archdiocese of Bangkok. The church building is beautiful. Before we headed to the airport, we went to Robinson Mall which was just a walk away from our hostel. We had our lunch at McD, noted that fast food premises like McDonald's in Bangkok do not sell HALAL food. Our last stop was the airport, we used BTS from Taksin BTS and stop at the Mochit BTS and takes the A1 bus to the airport. And then we flew home. Home sweet home.
Overall the short vacation was memorable, full of fun, the street foods were delicious, and I am exhausted (in a right way). I am satisfied with what we had achieved, our stay in Bangkok was short, yet we did accomplish most of the plan that we have set. Probably I am going to revisit this country for the second time in this year, and when that time came, I am going to switch on my shopping hunter mode. Lastly, this website might help you with your visit to Bangkok, Thailand soon. 😁
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| Wat Arun: The Temple of the Dawn |
Day 3: 05 Mac 2018 (Bangkok main attractions)
On our third day, our visit mainly focuses on the places at the heart of Bangkok. The first places we went was the Wat Arun. We rode a long-tail boat (orange flag) cruising the river from the Taksin jetty to the Wat Arun which cost us only 15 baht (one-way). Remember that ships with different flag go to a different path and destination. The journey was fun, there were lots of resort, temple, commercial building and home along the sides of the river. Tips -Tourist entering temples are compulsory to wear appropriate attire, no short pants/skirts above knees and shoulder must be covered. When we arrived, there a few stalls open just outside the temple, do not worry if you forgot bringing your long pants or maxi skirt, there near the entrance of the counter, renting cover is available. I have to be honest the temple is beautifully mesmerizing. It is perfect for taking a good photoshoot/picture but always remembers that this place is a holy place, behave and respect the local and the surrounding.
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| Wat Arun Temple |
After in awe of Wat Arun, we went to Wat Pho which also a Buddhist temple. The uniqueness of this temple is the existence of the giant sleeping Buddha. It was massive, unusual and in gold. Even the wall of the building painted with pictures of a story in the past probably about Buddha ( sorry we did not have a tour guide to explain everything ) but trust me it was detail beautifully. O yah, do not forget to take off shoes and arrange it properly on the rack provided before entering the sacred place. The day we went there the crowds were crazy. There a lot of people coming from different places visiting this place because most blogger recommends it as a must visit sites in Bangkok. Due to the heat, we only stayed inside Wat Pho probably less than 30 minutes. Then continued our journey to The Grand Palace which is not far from the sleeping Buddha. We decided to take Tuk Tuk. The crowds at the Grand Palace was also insane. Ha-Ha. We took lots of photos inside because the buildings are beautiful. Afterward, we visited the Big Swing which is near to the Wat Suthat temple. The red swing is just outside of the temple, and no fee charged. We did not enter the Wat Suthat, but I recommended to visit this place because it was less crowded than the other hotspot temple. Below is briefly the fee and operation hours of the holy places we been visited;
Places
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Fee
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Operation Hours
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Wat Arun
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50 Baht
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8.00 am – 17.30 pm
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Wat Pho
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100 Baht
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8.00 am – 17.00 pm
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The Grand Palace
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500 Baht
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8.30 am – 15.30 pm
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| The Sleeping Buddha and the Big Swing (Red) |
The evening we visited the Anantha Samakhon Hall which is approximately 2.4 km from the big swing. We rode grab to the destination which cost us inexpensive baht. Luckily, when we went there, the place held a flower festival just outside the building. Before entering the places the authorities checked us, they examine our passport and even scan our bag before allowing us to pass the areas. The scenery in front of the Anantha Samakhon Hall is stunning; there were different colors of real flowers arrange, and the local wore their custom beautifully. It is fortunate of us to see the culture emerge from the event. We tried their local foods from different stalls, saw local do their crafts and even enjoying their traditional song and dance. I felt so close to the local. Tips - Browse exciting events and festivals in Bangkok here.
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| The local wearing their custom clothes while making a meal |
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| Flower Festival in front of the Anantha Samakhon Hall |
The late evening, we went to Siam Paragon, one of Bangkok busiest mall. We went there by train and stop at Siam BTS. We do some window shopping at the mall. At the last minute, we decided to enter the Bangkok Seaworld which is inside the same building. I have never been to any big aquarium and never saw a real-life shark before (poor me). We got an exclusive deal, so the entrance fee we paid was 1490 Baht per adult. You can check this website for up-to-date info on the fees rate. The aquatic life inside the aquarium was fascinating. I saw many varieties of beautiful aquatic flora and fauna. I got a chance to touch Patrick the starfish too. Haha. It was the best experiences. On our earlier plan, we want to go to the 21 Terminal Bangkok, but unfortunately, we have to cancel the plans due to lack of time.
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| The mall |
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| Pretty big aquarium there |
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| Creatures you can find in Bangkok Seaworld |
I recommended at night at Bangkok take some time to experience the night market, especially in Khoa San Road. We rode Tuk Tuk from Siam Paragon to the market; it took us about 20 minutes (6.7 Km) to get there because of road congestion. We arrived around 7.30 pm, and it is still early, but there were some stalls and shops open. We were strolling around, have char kuew Teoh while waiting the whole market came alive. The Khoa San Road famous for being a backpacker places by tourist and also for hanging out until morning (clubbing). Local open stalls were selling varieties of goods ranging from local foods, bizarre food (scorpion, cockroach, grasshopper, etc.) clothes, crafts, souvenirs, and etcetera. There also had an outdoor massage; it was unique. Before going back to our hostel, we managed visited Asiatique the RiverFront. There were lots of people doing their shopping and had their supper. Interesting about this places was the giant go-around-wheel, we did ride it and experienced the beautiful night view of Bangkok at the top of the Ferris-wheel. It was surreal. The day was over and to conclude it was the hectic fun, memorable day because we had to catch-up all the itineraries we planned and enjoyably visited all the place.
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| The crowds at night market |
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| You can easily find this stall of bizarre food at Khoa San Road |
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| Night view at Asiatic |
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| Foods we had nyum2!! |
Day 4: 06 Mac 2018 (See you again Thailand)
It was our last-half day in Bangkok, where we spent our precious time at several places such as the Lumpini Park, Boat Temple, the Assumption Cathedral, and Robinson Mall before going back home. Our first stop was Lumpini Park. We used BTS from Taksin BTS near our stay to Ratchadamri BTS, walk a few meters before reaching the Lumpini Park. The parks operation hours were from 5.00 am to 9.00 pm, and the entrance was free. The place was huge with trees and an artificial lake where visitors can rent boats. Besides, Lumpini Park offers open public space for activities like jogging and other physical activities. After satisfied relaxing at the park, we went to the Boat Temple a.k.a Wat Yannawa which was near to our stay at The Glur Hostel, again we used BTS. The temple is rare due to its shape which is like a boat, and there were other buildings inside the temple area. It is a recommended place if you want to enjoy temple without crowd and hustle.
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| Near Taksin BTS |
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| Food glorious food, we had outside the Lumpini Park |
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| Fantastic right the temple in shape of a boat |
We went to Assumption Cathedral which was located 1.2 Km from Boat Temple, and it took us less than 10 minutes to reach there by Tuk-Tuk. Assumption Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Church which is the main church of the Archdiocese of Bangkok. The church building is beautiful. Before we headed to the airport, we went to Robinson Mall which was just a walk away from our hostel. We had our lunch at McD, noted that fast food premises like McDonald's in Bangkok do not sell HALAL food. Our last stop was the airport, we used BTS from Taksin BTS and stop at the Mochit BTS and takes the A1 bus to the airport. And then we flew home. Home sweet home.
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| Let's pray |
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| The interior design looks like an old European church |
Overall the short vacation was memorable, full of fun, the street foods were delicious, and I am exhausted (in a right way). I am satisfied with what we had achieved, our stay in Bangkok was short, yet we did accomplish most of the plan that we have set. Probably I am going to revisit this country for the second time in this year, and when that time came, I am going to switch on my shopping hunter mode. Lastly, this website might help you with your visit to Bangkok, Thailand soon. 😁
I was in Thailand the other day too, and it is truly a beautiful country to visit. Definitely worth it. What a great adventure you have there. Please continue sharing your travel guides ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you, I am sorry if my English grammar was not good, I am still improving my writing. Hopefully, next time I can write interesting entries with good skill of writing.
ReplyDeleteI think for a beginner your English is very good. There is so much room for improvement given that you keep doing it. Every pro was once a beginner. Keep it up..
ReplyDeleteThanks for the motivation..
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