Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Bangkok, Thailand

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Number of sights 9 sights
Distance 1.9 km
Ascend 28 m
Descend 30 m

Experience Bangkok in Thailand in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in BangkokIndividual Sights in Bangkok

Sight 1: Grand Palace

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The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. King Bhumibol Adulyadej, resided at the Chitralada Royal Villa and his successor King Vajiralongkorn resides at the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, both in the Dusit Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand, with over eight million people visiting each year.

Wikipedia: Grand Palace (EN), Mapillary

158 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 2: Temple of the Emerald Buddha

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Temple of the Emerald Buddha Original image: Ninara from Helsinki, Finland. Edit: TSP / CC BY 4.0

Wat Phra Kaew, commonly known in English as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and officially as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. The complex consists of a number of buildings within the precincts of the Grand Palace in the historical centre of Bangkok. It houses the statue of the Emerald Buddha, which is venerated as the country's palladium.

Wikipedia: Wat Phra Kaew (EN)

115 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 3: Pavilion of Regalia, Royal Decorations and Coins

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The Pavilion of Regalia, Royal Decorations and Coins is a museum showcasing regalia, royal Thai decorations of the early period, historical Thai money and ornaments used in the royal courts. It is under the supervision of the Bureau of Grand National Treasure, the Treasury Department which has the responsibility to safeguard, conserve, and display national treasures.

Wikipedia: Pavilion of Regalia, Royal Decorations and Coins (EN)

74 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 4: Maiyarap

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In some versions of the Ramayana such as the Krittivasi Ramayana, Mahiravana, also called Ahiravana, is the son of raavanarakshasa Patala. He is variously described as either an ally or a brother of the rakshasa king Ravana. He secretly carried away Rama and his brother Lakshmana to the nether-world, consulted his friends, and decided to sacrifice the life of the two divine brothers at the altar of his chosen deity, goddess Mahamaya. However, Hanuman saved their lives by decapitating Mahiravana, and destroying his army.

Wikipedia: Ahiravan (EN)

122 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 5: Thotsakhirithon

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Thotsakhirithon

Narantaka and Devanataka are asuras and sons of Ravana who appear in a number of Hindu legends. They, along with Atikaya, were the offspring of Ravana and his second wife Dhanyamalini. In the battle of Ramayana, Narantaka was killed by Angada, the son of Bali, whereas Devantaka was slaughtered by the punch of Hanuman in a duel.

Wikipedia: Narantaka-Devantaka (EN)

830 meters / 10 minutes

Sight 6: Wat Ratchapradit Sathit Maha Simaram Ratchaworawihan

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Wat Ratchapradit Sathit Mahasimaram Ratcha Wora Maha Viharn is a Buddhist temple in the Phra Nakhon District of Bangkok. Wat Ratchaparadit was designated a first-class royal monastery in 1915, making it one of the most significant temples in Thailand.

Wikipedia: Wat Ratchapradit (EN), Url

127 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 7: Pig Memorial

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The Pig Monument, officially known as the United Nations Monument, is a monument in the shape of a pig. It is located along the canal of the former moat. As for the Tube Canal. At the foot of the Pikun Bridge. Opposite Wat Ratchabopith Mahasimaram Along the Queen Road, the Grand Palace. Phra Nakhon District, designed by His Majesty the King. Prince Krom Phraya Risranuwat Tiwong

Wikipedia: อนุสาวรีย์หมู (TH)

147 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 8: Royal Cemetery at Wat Ratchabophit

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The Royal Cemetery is located at the western side of the grounds of Wat Ratchabophit in Bangkok.

Wikipedia: Royal Cemetery at Wat Ratchabophit (EN), Url

337 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 9: Saranrom Park

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Saranrom Park is a public park in Bangkok. It is located opposite the Grand Palace, between Sanam Chai, Charoen Krung and Rachini roads in Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon District. The park occupies the former grounds of Saranrom Palace, which was built in 1866 and served as the residences of several princes and royal guests. The palace gardens were converted to serve as a public park under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration in 1960.

Wikipedia: Saranrom Park (EN), Website

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