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Bangkok has always been famous for its city business and it is the largest urban area and primary city of Thailand. Known in Thailand as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon it means 'City of Angels'.
It is the political, social and economic center of Thailand.
Some of the attractions that you must not miss in Bangkok are the floating markets!
With the most famous being Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, about 100 kilometres southwest of Bangkok.
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The colorful clad merchants paddle along the congested canals laden with fresh fruits and vegetables to sell to shoppers on the banks. The mornings will be bustling with activities and totally chaotic. It's noisy, colorful, touristy but great fun nonetheless :D
Chatuchak Weekend Market is a must to visit if you're looking for worthy stuff. Dubbed the world's largest weekend market, prepare your stamina to walk a lengthy distance as it covers 35 acres with almost 15 000 booths!! *gasps*
Maybe more! *gasps louder!*
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The range of product are crazily extensive! Pets, books, music, clothes and the list goes on...
Prices? Definitely negotiable ;)
Now if you are feeling royal, head on to the Grand Palace. The royals do not live there now. The place is only used for ceremonial occasions therefore the grounds and the four palace buildings are open to the public on most days.
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Here's what you can see:
Wat Phra Kaew - a temple containing the Emerald Buddha
Chakri Mahaprasad Hall - Italian Renaissance influenced building
Amarindra Hall - the former royal court
among others.
For a while, you can catch a glimpse the lives of the royals.
Bangkok has gained its reputation as an independent, dynamic and influential city. There's so much to see and do and experience! An eye-opener!
Cheers!!
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