Bangkok's most famous landmark was built 1782. Within the palace complex are several impressive buildings includin
g Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) A royal chapel, Wat Phra Kaeo contains a small and beautiful Emerald Buddha, dating back to the 14th century and is greatly revered. The robes on the Buddha are changed with the seasons by HM King of Thailand and forms an important ritual in the Buddhist calendar.
There is a strict dress code, like men cannot wear shorts and women must wear long garments, no strappy tops and no open toed sandals. There is a shop were you can rent the correct garments.
The main Palace is similar, but smaller than Buckingham Palace, complete with Sentries, who look to young and short to be in the Army.
A real good day out, and easily mixed in with other close by sights like Wat Arun and Wat Poh. It looks fantastic at night lit up.
g Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) A royal chapel, Wat Phra Kaeo contains a small and beautiful Emerald Buddha, dating back to the 14th century and is greatly revered. The robes on the Buddha are changed with the seasons by HM King of Thailand and forms an important ritual in the Buddhist calendar.There is a strict dress code, like men cannot wear shorts and women must wear long garments, no strappy tops and no open toed sandals. There is a shop were you can rent the correct garments.
The main Palace is similar, but smaller than Buckingham Palace, complete with Sentries, who look to young and short to be in the Army.
A real good day out, and easily mixed in with other close by sights like Wat Arun and Wat Poh. It looks fantastic at night lit up.
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