Founded c. 1350, Ayutthaya became the second Siamese capital after Sukhothai. It was destroyed by the Burmese in the 18th century. Its remains, characterized by the prang (reliquary towers) and gigantic monasteries, give an idea of its past splendour. One of 5 World Heritage Sites in Thailand!
Jim Thompson was an enigmatic person in Thai history. He worked as a CIA agent, build a business empire in Thailand by selling traditional Thai silk to foreigners and finally disappeared in the mountains in Malaysia never to be seen again.
Great aquarium if you come with kids. Price is quite high, but unless your kids have already been to these kinds of huge aquariums, it's probably an experience they will remember for the rest of their life :-)
It's not that we think the design is that bad and we even like the intended humor. It's the half-hearted execution that turns this potentially fun idea from attraction to eyesore.
The Reclining Buddha is located in the Wat Pho temple of Bangkok's historic city center. It is 15 meters high and 43 meters long and when you come to Bangkok and have any interest in temples or Buddhism, this is one of the first things you should see. Please take off your shoes before entering the The Reclining Buddha is located in the Wat Pho temple of Bangkok's historic city center. It is 15 meters high and 43 meters long and when you come to Bangkok and have any interest in temples or Buddhism, this is one of the first things you should see. Please take off your shoes before entering the hall :-)…see moresee less