Experience Bangkok’s Temples & River of Kings – From Spire to River Flow | Travel Bangkok Now

Experience Bangkok’s Temples & River of Kings – From Spire to River Flow

Bangkok’s like a fever dream you just can’t shake. One second you’re weaving through a riot of scooters and street food stalls; the next you’re swallowed by the hush of a temple dripping in gold. Wanna feel the city’s heartbeat? Just let the Chao Phraya River sweep you along. It’s not called the “River of Kings” for nothing, you’ll see.

The Temple of Dawn’s Embrace

Wat Arun, just hanging out on the Thonburi side, looking like it owns the whole river. The moment sunrise or sunset hits? Those spires, decked out in porcelain bling, start sparkling like someone dumped a bag of diamonds in the water.

The Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew

You think your Bangkok visit is complete without wandering through these glittering golden halls? The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are where royalty meets jaw-dropping artistry. Hotels in Ratchada, Bangkok, like the famous Avani Ratchada Bangkok Hotel, give easy access to public transport to reach these iconic sites.

The Reclining Buddha

Just a quick ferry ride sweeps visitors straight into the heart of Wat Pho, where the Reclining Buddha stretches out in all its golden glory. Forty-six metres of pure wow—every inch shimmering with gold leaf and centuries of stories.

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The River of Kings – Chao Phraya

Locals call it the River of Kings. Taking a boat ride here shows you traditional wooden houses, grand hotels, and temples lining its banks. Public ferries and longtail boats are both affordable ways to see life along the water.