Wat Pra Keo and the Grand Palace
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At 08:30 AM you will be picked up at your hotel by your guide for a tour of Wat Pra Keo and the Grand Palace. You get there by the most convenient way: by river. One of the most beautiful examples of ancient Siamese architecture, the Grand Palace, the former residence of Thai monarchs and home to the Emerald Buddha is known for its magnificent murals, colorful figures and impressive architecture. (Be careful to dress appropriately - shorts and tank tops are not allowed in any temple or the Grand Palace.) Wat Pra Keo is part of the palace complex and was consecrated in 1782, the first year
of rule from Bangkok. The area encompassed by the palace and wat are huge - 945,000 square meters - and include more than 100 colorful and varied buildings. Despite its beauty, the palace is used by the king only for certain ceremonial occasions, and his residence is in the north of the city.
Afterwards enjoy an one hours trip by longtail boat along the klongs (canals) and the Chao Praya River. You will have lunch at the Supatra Riverhouse.
This afternoon a car will be at hand to take you to visit the Jim Thompson House, a beautiful teakwood home built by the American entrepreneur who started the silk industry in Thailand. After disappearing mysteriously while on a vacation in the Cameroon Highlands of Malaysia in 1967, he was never heard from again; but his house, located along a small klong or canal, is a fascinating stop and houses a small but most impressive collection of Asian art, as well as his personal belongings.
of rule from Bangkok. The area encompassed by the palace and wat are huge - 945,000 square meters - and include more than 100 colorful and varied buildings. Despite its beauty, the palace is used by the king only for certain ceremonial occasions, and his residence is in the north of the city.
Afterwards enjoy an one hours trip by longtail boat along the klongs (canals) and the Chao Praya River. You will have lunch at the Supatra Riverhouse.
This afternoon a car will be at hand to take you to visit the Jim Thompson House, a beautiful teakwood home built by the American entrepreneur who started the silk industry in Thailand. After disappearing mysteriously while on a vacation in the Cameroon Highlands of Malaysia in 1967, he was never heard from again; but his house, located along a small klong or canal, is a fascinating stop and houses a small but most impressive collection of Asian art, as well as his personal belongings.
- Duration: 1 day(s)
- Location: Bangkok
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