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Exploring Old Bangkok : Royal Palaces - Temples - Streetlife, Paperback / softback Book

Exploring Old Bangkok : Royal Palaces - Temples - Streetlife Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

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The area centred around the Grand Palace bordered by the Chao Phraya river on the west and Khlong Khu Muang Doem on the east is undoubtedly Bangkok's cultural centre.

Known as Rattanakosin Island, it is home to most of the city's most important temples - Wat Pho, Wat Rajabhopit, and Wat Mahathat, to mention just a few - as well as Museum Siam and the recently renovated National Museum.

To the south of this iconic area is the famous flower market, while to the north is the tourist mecca of Khao San Road.

Exploring Old Bangkok takes the visitor around all the most important sights as well as explaining the meaning of lesser-known landmarks such as the Pig memorial or the Monument to the Expeditionary Force.

The guide also includes iconic sights on the west bank of the river such as Wat Arun and the royal barge museum.

With the opening of the magnificent metro station, Sanam Chai, access to this centre of culture and Thai art has never been easier.

Alternatively, visitors can reach the area via the ever-popular tourist boats and maybe take a khlong trip from Tha Chang.

Exploring Old Bangkok also features two fascinating walks and a pull-out map with suggestions of where to stay and where to eat.

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