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Bangkok
Attractions
• Wat Po, Thanon Maha Rat, +66 (02) 222-0094. Home of the gold-leaf
covered Reclining Buddha, this temple is the city’s oldest and the
largest in Thailand. It’s also home to massage school which teaches
the art of traditional Thai massage; visitors can sign up for an invigorating
massage.
• National Museum, Thanon Naphratad 1, +66 (02) 224-1405. Housed
in a former palace, this museum showcases Thai art as well as archaeology.
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Grand Palace, Thanon Nophralan, +66 (02) 224-1833. The former home of
the Thai royal family, this site offers free English tours, although guests
must be dressed modestly.
• Baan Jim Thompson, Soi Kasem San 2, off Siam Square, +66 (02) 215-0122.
The home to the lost American architect, Jim Thompson, who brought Thailand’s
silk trade to fame.
• Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thanon Phahonyothin near Chatuchak Park.
This weekend market is Asia’s largest, offering silks, antiques,
crafts, and more.
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