subject: Must-Visit Places Near Bangkok Hotels [print this page] Must-Visit Places Near Bangkok Hotels Must-Visit Places Near Bangkok Hotels
Bangkok, the 22nd largest city in the world, supports a population of 6.9 million, along with more than one third of the tourists coming to Thailand every year. It is a fascinating city, given its visual delights, tropical environment and amazing hospitability. The best way to explore this place to its fullest is by staying at one of the well located Bangkok hotels, from where you can easily travel to the rest of the city. Well Located Bangkok Hotels: Nearby Attractions Here are some of the must-visit places that are just a stone's throw away from some of the best Bangkok hotels: 1.Grand Palace: The Grand Palace of Bangkok is the manifestation of Thai culture at the peak of Thailand's monarchy. Built in 1782, this palace was the seat of the Thai King who used to hold royal court meetings and administration meetings here. The palace showcases the sophistication and culmination of architectural skill at that time. 2.Temples: Embellished with exquisite gold structures, the temples in Bangkok are architectural masterpieces. The 'Wat Phra Kaew', which means the 'Temple of the Emerald Buddha', is a highly venerated Buddhist place of worship. Another temple, the 'Wat Pho' or 'Temple of the Reclining Buddha' is located behind the Wat Phra Kaew and has a huge idol of Lord Buddha in a reclining posture. 3.Floating market: Unique in itself, the floating market consists of boats that carry tropical fruits and vegetables around the river. You can enjoy the double pleasure of shopping and boating simultaneously by taking a tour in long tail boats. 4.Chinatown: People who migrated from China a long time ago and settled down in Bangkok started trading in this one kilometer stretch. Gradually, this place came to be known as Chinatown. It is packed with shops that sell gold, Chinese food, medicines and herbs. In the evening, the market is full with Chinese food lovers, while during the day, it is most visited by traders. The best time to visit this place is during the Chinese New Year and the October vegetarian festival. There are numerous other places that can make your trip to Bangkok memorable. In order to save yourself from the unnecessary exhaustion of commuting, it is advisable to find the best placed Bangkok hotels. FargoTravels, registered with the Pacific Asia Travel Association, offers you the best in conveniently located Bangkok hotels. For more information on their deals and packages, visit www.fargotravel.com/.
