3° giorno - Bangkok - Residenze reali e Templi - 22 Luglio

martedì 4 maggio 2010

You will start visiting the Royal Grand Palace, including the famous Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha). The sights visited in the Royal Grand Palace include the main buildings located inside: Montien Palace, the Palace Chakri and Dusit Palace. Royal Grand Palace 4-S OOf these, Chakri Palace is open only externally. Dusit and Montien are also occasionally open for internal view (not guaranteed every day – access is prohibited in certain periods). Leaving the Royal Grand Palace, you will proceed along the avenue real Ratchadamnern, passing through the monument to democracy and the monumental statue of King Rama V on horseback. The latter leads to the Dusit district, where there is the prestigious towering Phra Nang Thee Anantasamakhom (Palace of 'Coronation), beautiful neoclassical building, which was once residence of the Parliament, as well as other representative buildings to be admired along the way. Within this complex there is also Vimanmek Mansion, a beautiful and exotic royal residence used during the nineteenth century, three high WatPhoBuddha7oClock structures built entirely of teak wood without using nails! For lovers of Records, this is the largest teak house in the world. After that you will be refreshed in a good local restaurant. We will visit the famous Wat Pho, the oldest Buddhist monastery in the city, which is known to hold in "Wihan" a giant statue of reclining Buddha. Here you will find also the seat of the oldest school of Thai massage. The next stage includes the prestigious Wat Benjamabophit, known as the "Marble Temple" and built in the nineteenth century by King Rama V. The Marble Temple is now considered to be the highest artistic expression of the city, with architectural elements that blend oriental art with Western style. The day will end at the colorful and bustling China Town. Nearby you can also find Wat Trimitr, the "Golden Buddha Temple" to be visited.

               

 Dinner at  BLUE ELEPHANT Restaurant

One of the best restaurants in Thailand, full of class and romance! After dinner you will pay a nice visit to the famous flower market of Klong Phak Dtalat, located in the old district of Phra Nakhorn on the “island" of Rattanakosin, a short distance from the Royal Grand Palace and Temple of the reclining Buddha. The market is open 24 hours but it is most exotic and picturesque in the evening and at night. You will enjoy the vivid colors and intense countless species of orchids, ranging from purple to yellow, white and blue, roses, birds of paradise and exotic lotus flowers. You can also stay at the night market of Patpong to continue the evening with the lights and stands of the famous touristic center.


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