So...You're going to Thailand?
Stop number one is Bangkok.
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Thailand is one of the coolest destinations in the world,
and Bangkok is a place you can spend
a week alone.
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Without further ado...
this to the top 10 things to
do in Bangkok, Thailand.
First up: Khao San Road.
At one point or another, every single
traveller will pass through Khao San Road.
It's kind of a mecca for backpackers,
but it is not the real Thailand.
It is, however, super fun, and it's a great,
place to kind of get your bearings, meet other backpackers, and exchange tips so
you can learn about cool things to do in other parts of the country. It's also a
great place to do a little bit of people-watching while sampling local
delicacies, like deep fried scorpion and a bucket of Thai whisky.
Number 2: the Grand Palace.
A better introduction to Thailand is the Grand Palace,
the official residence of the Thai Monarchy.
You won't understand how much the
Thais appreciated and respected their king
until you take a little tour
around the ornate palace. This place is absolutely gorgeous, and if you're in the
mood for a good Instagram shot, you're going to get that there too.
The Thai king passed away last year in 2016,
but he was the longest reigning monarch on earth,
and Thai people loved him.
Number 3: Buddhist temples.
Thailand is a traditionally Buddhist country, and
Bangkok ,although it's crazy chaotic city,
has tons of these really relaxing Thai temples right in the middle of town.
One of the coolest one is Wat Pho. By the way, "ph" is pronounced like an "F- foe" and it
has a reclining buddha that's completely covered in gold. He is gold.
He is the definition of "chill"- Chillaxing Buddha.
There's also Wat Arun, which is known
as the Temple of Dawn and, that has a really cool staircase you can
climb up with a view of the city.
Not to be confused with the Temple of Doom from
Raiders of the Lost Ark.
At the temples, you can drop a coin for good luck.
Number 4: get a tattoo.
One of the coolest things about the Thai monasteries is
their traditional tattooing technique, which is basically using a piece of
sharp bamboo that gets hammered into your skin. It takes a lot longer than a
traditional tattoo, but supposedly the tattoos have spiritual meaning,
and they also have protection against evil.
If you're down for that, get a tattoo at Wat Phra
The tattooing procedure is a sacred process. It involves prayers,
blessings, and it's called a Sak Yant, and the technique goes back 2,000 years.
Number 5: ride the canal boats.
Bangkok has been called the Venice of the East
because it's built on the River Chao Phraya and is criss- crossed by canals.
A lot of those canals have been filled in, and most people take these
touristic tours on big long boats. But one of the best and cheapest ways to
see the city is by simply hopping on a water taxi. The water taxis are super
cheap, and it's a great way to get a real flavor of what Bangkok is like for locals.
Now that's how to see Bangkok.
Number 6: Muay Thai.
No trip to Thailand would be complete
without witnessing a Muay Thai fight -this is the Thai national sport,
and it really is something to behold. If you're feeling inspired and you want
to get sweaty, you can go to a Muay Thai gym and do classes. People actually
move there to train Muay Thai. After getting a purely authentic ass-kicking
from a Thai kickboxer, you should try number 7: a Thai massage .
Acupressure ,but the masseuses actually stand on your back and hold on to things
in the rafters. It's like you get the full
body massage -kind of combines yoga
with oil ,with acupressure, and it cost 5 bucks an hour.
You can even go to places where you can
sit the chair on the street and get a foot massage or
you're like drinking a beer, reading a book, journaling, whatever.
Number 8: street food .
Thailand and Bangkok in particular is full of street food.
One of the coolest ways to
experience that is by going to a night market.
Basically, when the sun goes down, the stalls come up, and Bangkok is a
street food mecca, especially in the night markets. The selection of food is
incredible; you can get bowls of noodles and Pad Thai for about a dollar, chicken
skewers covered in peanut sauce, and if you're really adventurous you can even
try some local delicacies like crickets and cockroaches. Bon Appetit.
Or you can try the best dessert in the world :sticky rice with mango and
coconut milk, yes, But unfortunately street food is under attack. The local
government is trying to shut it down, which would be a huge mistake because
not only do two thirds of Thais get their food from street food, but it's
what makes the city so cool. If you're from Thailand, tell your governor please
don't shut down the street food. Regardless there're plenty of ways to
dive into Thai cuisine, so for number nine, we're going to put some of the
nicer restaurants in town -the white linen chef's table style experience.
Three restaurants have been named in the top 50 restaurants in all of Asia,
including Gaggam, Nahm ,and Eat Me.
If you feel like a tasting menu, rather than street food,
that option is there for you, as well. But if that's not your style, try a
Thai cooking course, which will teach you between 3 to 5 traditional Thai meals,
and it's a great way to bring a slice of Thailand home with you.
It's not expensive, either.
Number 10: Chatuchak Market
one of the largest open- air weekend
markets in the world. It's over 27 acres big with more than
15,000 stalls selling everything from clothing, puppies, Justin Bieber t-shirts
and weird phallic-shaped massage tools. Regardless, whatever you're looking for
you can find it at Chatuchak Market.
All right so those are our top ten tips
for Bangkok, Thailand. If you're from there or if you've been to Bangkok, share
your tips below in the comments section so you can talk other travelers and
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In the meantime, stay curious, keep exploring, and
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Peace.