Bangkok Trip Overview
This tour takes you to the founding place of Bangkok. As Chakri Dynasty came into being and Power in 1782, it ushered a new era in development of Bangkok. The first building of consequence was the Grand Palace that served as the official residence as well as the administrative block of the Royal family until 1925. Today the Grand Palace is still used for important ceremonial purposes.
Discover the elaborate architecture and regal elegance of the Grand Palace in Bangkok, explore the gardens and courtyards of the large complex with your guide. The Grand Palace houses one of the worlds longest murals on its wall, that depicts the saga of ‘Ramakien’ or the Thai Ramayana.
Vist the the sacred Buddhist temple of Wat Phra Kaew, home to the Emerald Buddha – one of the most revered Buddha Idol in Thailand.
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Duration: 4 to 5 minutes
Starts: Bangkok, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Bangkok, Thailand, Thailand
This tour takes you to the founding place of Bangkok. As Chakri Dynasty came into being and Power in 1782, it ushered a new era in development of Bangkok. The first building of consequence was the Grand Palace that served as the official residence as well as the administrative block of the Royal family until 1925. Today the Grand Palace is still used for important ceremonial purposes.
Discover the elaborate architecture and regal elegance of the Grand Palace in Bangkok, explore the gardens and courtyards of the large complex with your guide. The Grand Palace houses one of the worlds longest murals on its wall, that depicts the saga of ‘Ramakien’ or the Thai Ramayana.
Vist the the sacred Buddhist temple of Wat Phra Kaew, home to the Emerald Buddha – one of the most revered Buddha Idol in Thailand.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), Na Phra Lan Road Phra Borom Maha Rajawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200 Thailand
Emerald Buddha, called Phra Kaeo Morakot in Thai, is the most revered Buddha Idol in Thailand and the deity of the Royal Family. The statue is made of Jade and is seasonally decorated with different attires made of Gold and precious stones.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Rd, Maharaj Pier next to Wat Phra Kaeo Temple Complex, Bangkok Thailand
The Grand Palace was once the residence and administrative complex of the Royal Family, now used more for ceremonial purposes. This Palace was built by King Rama 1 in 1782 , the Founder of the Chakri Dynasty that rules Thailand till date. It houses several courts and buildings including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
