The Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew
The most sacred Buddha statue in Thailand is the Emerald Buddha. The statue can be admired in the central ubosoth of Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
Grand Palace in Bangkok, a 'must see' for tourists
Anyone who goes to Thailand for the first time and stays in Bangkok for a few days cannot avoid it: a visit to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.
What are the 10 best things to do in Bangkok?
Bangkok is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia and the ever-bustling capital of Thailand. There are many beautiful temples and palaces to explore, such as the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun and Wat Traimit. Other points of interest include the Jim Thompson House, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Chinatown and Lumpini Park.
15 places in Thailand you must see
Culture, nature, beach, ancient temples and cities, but also exotic markets: in Thailand everyone will find something to their liking. You must have seen the 15 hotspots below.
Grand Palace, an icon in Bangkok (video)
The Grand Palace, the former royal palace, is a must see. This riverside beacon in the center of the city consists of buildings from different times. The Wat Phra Kaeo is located in the same complex.
What you need to know before going to Bangkok?
Almost everyone who has traveled in Asia has been there. Whether for a transfer or a city trip of a few days: Bangkok. The Thai capital is home to the total population of the Netherlands and can therefore be quite intimidating on a first visit. Are you going to Bangkok soon? Then read the tips, tricks and to do's.
Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo in Bangkok
I don't want to withhold this beautiful photo of the Grand Palace in Bangkok. When darkness falls, the complex is beautifully lit and the whole thing looks like a fairytale.
Chao Phraya River Tour (video)
An excellent way to explore Bangkok is a boat trip on the Chao Phraya River. The Chao Phraya plays an important role in Bangkok's history. Over the centuries, many temples and other sights were built on the banks of the river.
You can't go around Bangkok….
The Thai capital, often called Krung Thep (City of Angels) by Thais, is a clear example of 'fascinating chaos'. You love it or you hate it. It is an urban conglomerate where absolutely everything can be done and obtained.
One of the major tourist attractions in Bangok, The Grand Palace, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace will reopen to the public on November 1.
Chulalongkorn Memorial Day on October 23
On October 23, the death of King Chulalongkorn the Great (Rama V) is commemorated. Lodewijk Lagemaat gives a history lesson about the most revered personality in Thai history.
A Yaksi Giant
A slide I took in late 1961 at the Grand Palace, a complex of buildings in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782. The king, his court and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925.
Coronation preparations in full swing
Thailand is under the spell of two special events: the elections this coming Sunday, but also the coronation festivities for King Vajiralongkorn, which will take place from May 4-6.
Bangkok the new capital of Thailand
Bangkok is in the top five most visited cities in the world. However, Bangkok has not always been the capital of Thailand.
10 Bangkok sights (video)
Bangkok has many attractions. You can argue about which are the prettiest. Tastes do differ. In this video you can see the 10 most beautiful Bangkok sights according to the makers.
It is a well-known scam at the Grand Palace in Bangkok and the police are now cracking down on it. Someone comes to you and tells you that the palace is closed for some reason. The Tuk-Tuk driver proposes to take you to another place of interest. You will then be driven to seedy tailors and jewelery shops.
Top 10 Bangkok sights
There are many sights in the metropolis of Bangkok. It is therefore not easy to choose 10, which is why this list only gives a preliminary idea of what you can visit in the 'City of Angels'.
The secretariat of the royal family in Thailand has announced that the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok will be closed from October 1 to 29 in preparation for the cremation of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Reader question: To the Grand Palace in Bangkok to see preparations for the cremation of King Bhumibol
I want to go to the Grand Palace in Bangkok next week to see all the preparations for King Bhumibol's cremation. I have black clothes with me. I hear that there are about 10-20.000 visitors a day to visit the cremation site, so long waiting times. Does anyone know what I should take into account in terms of waiting time? Have the opening hours been adjusted, or just from 8:30 a.m. to 15:30 p.m.?
Preparations for the royal cremation Bhumibol
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has notified all Thai embassies and consulates of King Bhumibol's official cremation on Thursday, October 26. It has been requested to give Thai people living abroad the opportunity to follow this historic event or to celebrate these traditional ceremonies in Buddhist temples.
Grand Palace closed to the public on December 1 and 2
The Grand Palace in Bangkok is closed to the public for two days (including tourists). You cannot visit the palace on 1 and 2 December 2016.
In recent days many messages about the many Thai, who come to say goodbye to their king in the palace. The four of us want to visit the palace in mid-November, but are dreading the long line of waiting “farewellers”.