subject: Experience The Convergence Of History And Spirituality At Wat Yan Nawa [print this page] The capital of Thailand, the city of Bangkok, boasts of an identity influenced by Thai culture, history and tradition to create a city complete with a variety of activities, monuments and attractions guaranteed to keep pique your interest.
A tour of the city is incomplete without a visit to The Grand Palace for its spectacular architecture and creative craftsmanship is bound to leave you dazzled and amazed. Inside the palace is another stunning sight, Wat Phra Kaew, home to a small yet stunning and immensely revered Emerald Buddha. Bangkok is also well known for its shopping and Chinatown, packed with market stalls and gold shops, is an avid shopper's dream come true. Even the floating markets, even though they are maintained mainly for the purposes of tourism, are a new experience for tourists and attract a large number of visitors every year.
Likewise, Wat Yan Nawa is yet another attraction of both historical and cultural importance for it is a stunning attempt by the Thai to preserve the fast disappearing design of the Chinese junk for the future generations. Wat Yan Nawa is in essence a Buddhist temple, located on Charoen Krung Road in the Sathon district, built by King Rama the Third and was known by the names of Wat Kok Khwai and Wat Kok Krabue previous to being known by its present name.
The entire temple is built in the shape of a Chinese junk, an ancient Chinese sailing vessel, for the purpose of preserving the design so that the descendants of the nation would know what it looked like. It is surprising to note, however, that this very same design has stood the test of time and is used in modern times as well.
Tourists visiting Wat Yan Nawa could opt to stay at a Bangkok hotel and revel in the glamour of this cosmopolitan city. Located in the heart of Bangkok is Anantara Bangkok Sathorn, an ideal place to unwind and relax after an exciting day in the city. This secluded urban sanctuary is among some of the best luxury hotels Bangkok and will fulfil all your needs to create memories of a truly spectacular holiday.
