As the official residence of the kings of Siam — and, later, Thailand — since 1782, the Grand Palace is perhaps the most famous attraction in the bustling city of Bangkok. Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the walled-in complex contains a compelling series of pavilions, halls, wats and other buildings interspersed with vast lawns, lavish gardens and stately courtyards. Of the many sights here, Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is probably the most memorable.
Shwemawdaw Paya got its name, the Great Golden God, because the glittering ...
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For most of the year the lake is fairly small, around one meter deep and ...
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The Pak Ou Caves are located north of Luang Prabang on the Mekong river ...
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Ko Nang Yuan is a tiny island very close to Ko Tao. It is a popular day ...
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Home to the largest expanse of virgin forest in Thailand, Kao Sok National ...
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Canadia Bank (964808; Sivatha St) Offers free credit-card cash advances ...
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