Day: March 14, 2018

The Grand Place of National Museum and Wang Na Palace in Thailand

National Museum and Wang Na Palace in Thailand In the former grounds of the 18th Century Wang Na Palace, The Bangkok National Museum houses the largest collection of Thai art and artifacts in the country. It’s definitely worth a visit, especially if visiting nearby Wat Phra Kaew or the Grand Palace. Opened by King Rama V to exhibit the antiques and gifts bestowed to him by his father, it once held a reputation for being an ill-organised gathering of dusty relics. That has now changed, with exhibits now arranged into three areas consistent with Thai history, and good English-language descriptions available. The front of the Sivamokhaphiman Hall is a Thai history gallery spanning the Sukothai through to the Rattanakosin periods. The Archaeological and Art History collection showcases items from Thailand’s prehistory to Sukhotahai and Ayutthaya eras right through to the modern Thai Kingdom, including many ancient sculptures. Among scores of interesting collections in the decorative arts and ethnological collection are Chinese weapons, gold treasures, precious stones, Khon masks, puppets, ceramics, clothing and textiles, woodcarving and traditional musical instruments from around Southeast Asia. Other exhibits of interest at the Bangkok Nationla Museum include a funeral chariot hall, featuring carriages used for royal cremations, and many excellent examples of Thai architecture. These include the Buddhaisawan chapel, a teak or ‘red’ house called Tam Nak Deang and various beautiful pavilions. Free English-language tours given by volunteers are available and also conducted in German (Thursdays), French and Japanese (Wednesdays). Cost: So, get prepared to enjoy a day spent in the company of history, culture and art with an entry fee of 40 Baht per adult, and 20 Baht per child. Opening and closing time: The visiting days are from Wednesday to Sunday, between 9 AM and 4 PM. Click Here : – The Grand Place of National Museum and Wang Na Palace in Thailand

The Attractive Place of Democracy Monument in Thailand

Democracy Monument, Bangkok Erected to commemorate the 1932 coup which brought about the end of the absolute monarchy in Siam, the Democracy Monument (Anusawari Prachathipatai) certainly isn’t one of Bangkok’s more attractive landmarks. It is, however, one of the most symbolic and has witnessed some of Thailand’s darkest days since it was commissioned in the 1930s. The monument represents the rights and freedoms of the Thai people and has proven to be a natural rallying point during various political protests over the years. Sadly, a number of these demonstrations have had fatal consequences giving the monument and location around it added poignancy.Hovered by never ending swarms of verwhelming tourists, the Democracy Monument on Ratchadamnoen Road is a substantial Western style image of Thailand’s selection of popular government and freedom. Symbolism Like many buildings and structures in Thailand, the Democracy Monument is loaded with symbolism and the location and dimensions were a product of careful consideration. The four wings of the monument represent the four branches of the Thai armed forces which carried out the coup: air force, army, navy and police. The center-piece of the structure is a mound on which sits two golden-color offering bowls with a representation of a manuscript box which holds the 1932 Thai constitution. The radius of the base is 24 meters and the four wings are also 24 meters high to represent the day on which the Siamese Revolution took place, June 24. The central mound or turret is 3 meter high representing the third month of the traditional Thai calendar (June). There is no mistaking the Democracy Monument in Bangkok, with four wing-like structures extending 24 meters skyward surrounding a central monument featuring a stone-etched constitution. All of this is located at the center of a busy vehicular intersection making the site difficult to miss. Reliefs at the base of each wing show pro-military propaganda images, portraying Thai soldiers as protectors of the people and champions of an adoring democracy. Click Here : – The Attractive Place of Democracy Monument in Thailand

Famous Place of Mega reclining Buddha at Wat Pho in Thailand

Famous Place of Mega reclining Buddha at Wat Pho Leaving the Metro – a quiet, underground, air-conditioned environment – and surfacing in chinatown takes a quick adjustment. As seasoned travelers, our “scam radar” is always on, and suddenly it went ping-ping-ping. A nice, normal-looking man (with a briefcase) started a conversation about where we were going, etc. He claimed to be a subway engineer, and his explanation for using the tuk-tuk idling nearby was that the King and his family just happened to be visiting Wat Pho, so we might want to consider his alternate suggestions for visits. We didn’t fall for it … but he got points for style and originality. Wat Pho is one of the largest and oldest wats (Buddhist Temples) in Bangkok, and in addition to the reclining Buddha, it’s home to more than 1,000 Buddha images. It’s a colorful, glimmering fantasy land of Thai Buddhist art and architecture.Contrary to what many people think, Buddha is not a God, but a respected teacher. Buddhism is complex, and the symbolism of the Buddha’s position is important. Statues may show the Buddha seated, standing, or in a reclining position. A reclining Buddha may mean death and reaching Nirvana. Sightseeing in Bangkok is not complete without the Wat Pho which is the host of the largest reclining Buddha in the city. It is Thailand’s earliest center for the public education, and has the largest collection of images of Buddha. Covering the 8 hectares of area, Wat Pho has various tourist sites, for example, Th Chetuphon and monastic facilities. The temple compound is also the headquarters for the education of traditional Thai medicine, Thai massage, etc. It is amongst the highly visited Thailand tourist places. Location: Wat Pho is located in the Phra Nakhon district on the Rattanakosin Island. To reach there, you can take a ferry from the Tien Pier. Timings: 8.30 AM to 6.30 PM Click Here : – Inspect the Mega reclining Buddha at Wat Pho in Thailand

Visit Swim With Sharks at Siam Ocean World in Thailand

Swim With Sharks at Siam Ocean World SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World (formerly Siam Ocean World) is located two story underneath the glitzy Siam Paragon shopping mall. It is an aquatic wonderland the size of three Olympic swimming pools full of interesting animals from the ocean deep. This underground aquarium, one of the largest in Southeast Asia, will dazzle you with innovative world-class exhibits and over 30,000 curious looking creatures from various depths and aquatic regions across the globe. Meet some of the world’s record holders, transported all the way from the Amazon River or the Jurassic period when dinosaurs still roamed the earth. Greet the ocean’s deadliest predators in the 270-degree underwater tunnel, sneak a peek into the open ocean from a glass-bottom boat, or, if you really can’t resist, dive in and have a swim amongst the sharks and rays. For kids, a few hours spent at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World will be as educational as it is exhilarating and memorable. The World’s Ocean in Seven Zones Your journey into the Big Blue begins with a prelude at the ‘Weird and Wonderful’ zone, which houses an impressive collection of rare and bizarre-looking marine creatures, such as striped frog fish, garden eel, nautiluses and gigantic spider crabs. The ‘Deep Reef’ features some of the most fascinating reef dwellers in the world; among them, bat fish, humped head Maori Wrasse and Blue Tang. Learn how sea animals survive in the ‘Living Ocean’, and take a hike in the ‘Rain Forest’ where ancient African lungfish, blind cave fish, giant water rats and otters are on display. Observe life on the edge in the ‘Rocky Shore’ zone, where penguins and other marine mammals learn to survive under constant change in the unpredictable environment. Stop to feel the skin of friendly starfish in a petting pond, before continuing on to the 270-degree underwater tunnel and the ‘Open Ocean’, Asia’s largest panoramic oceanarium showcasing sharks of various types – ragged-tooth, black-tipped, leopard – stingrays and giant groupers. Just before you leave, drop by the ‘Sea Jellies’ zone and take in the theatrical display of light and musical symphony as the translucent invertebrates float about in the LED-lit tanks. Fun for the Entire Family If you expect more from your visit to an aquarium, SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World won’t disappoint you. Your choice ranges from observing the marine creatures from a glass-bottom boat and touring the ‘back of the house’ to combing the ocean floor in a diving suit and 180-degree helmet as well as diving with the predators and their prey in the ‘Open Ocean’. Click Here : – Visit Swim With Sharks at Siam Ocean World in Thailand