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Bangkok city & temple tour-

Visit two of the most famous buddha temples. Temple of reclining buddha & temple of golden buddha.
The Golden Buddha Temple
Wat traimit is thought to date from the 13th century. The golden buddha image is about 900 years old and is cast in the sukhothai style. It is believed to have been brought first to ayutthaya. When the Burmese were about to sack the city, it was covered in plaster to hide its value. Two centuries later, still in plaster, it was thought to be worth very little. But in 1957, when the image was being moved to a new temple in Bangkok, it slipped from a crane and was left in the mud by workmen. In the morning, a temple monk, who had dreamed that the statue was divinely inspired, went to see the Buddha image. Through a crack in the plaster he saw a glint of yellow, and discovered that the statue was pure gold.
Off to the side of wat traimit is a small chapel containing the world’s largest solid-gold Buddha, cast about nine centuries ago. The graceful seated Buddha is nearly 10 feet high and weighs over 5 tons with 18-carat glory. This powerful image has such a bright, reflective surface that its edges seem to disappear, and it gleams with such richness and purity that even the most jaded are inspired by its strength and power.

The Reclining Buddha-
The temple is actually much older than the city of Bangkok itself. It was founded in the 17th century, making it the oldest temple in Bangkok. The name wat po comes from its original name of wat potaram:King Rama is the founder of Bangkok, enlarged the temple, installed many statues and other artefacts recovered from ayuthaya, and renamed the temple wat phra chetuphon in 1801.

Safari World & Marine Park-
Tours to Bangkok are just incomplete without a visit to the safari world. Spread over an area of about 300 acres,safari world park is divided in to four sections, namely, safari park, bird park, games corner and macaw island. A journey through the safari world will no doubt turn out in to one of the most memorable events of your life. Witness the picturesque african settings with intimate encounters with dolphins, orang utans, seals, birds and other such animals and birds at the adventurous safari world, one of the most popular Bangkok tourist attractions.

Sea Lion Show-
“lighthouse cove” will never be the same again with its new occupants. This quiet town along the pacific coast will be turned upside down when our sea lion friends wreak havoc as they pull one trick after another. Chiefs of mischief take control.

Hollywood Cow Boy Stunt Show-
Kindle your adventurous spirit by watching cowboys and bandits jostling for power and performing life-threatening stunts in the very exciting Hollywood cowboy stunt show.

Orang Utan Boxing Show-
Have a close encounter with your closest cousins, who will not fail to make you fall with laughter. Don’t dare miss the funniest champions boxing at world’s first and only orang utan boxing show. Be amazed watching the mathematical gifts of these crazy yet lovable creatures during your visit to the safari world.

Bird show-
Stand by for a stunning show as our colorful performers take a plunge from the arena to the stage. Watch with amazement and bewilderment the acrobatic and athletic skills of these intelligent creatures and share in the intimate secrets of a pair of lovebirds. See how our feathered friends fly their way to your heart.

Dolphin Show-
The most intelligent of marine creatures will captivate you with their effortless mastery of the most difficult tricks! Get them to kiss you or shake hands with you! Marvel at dolphins somersaulting in mid-air, tossing balls with their fins and singing in a chorus, or performing dives unrivaled in their gracefulness and swiftness.

Pattaya( Must See Destination)
Its asia’s premier beach resort, 147 kms southeast of Bangkok. The city of entertainment includes coral island, noong nooch village, alcazar show, mini siam and museum.

Coral Island-
Coral reefs from the shallow water that is at a nice warm temperature. Coral forms near land and in the tropics. They are very rich in life. Clown fish and many other organisms can be found here.
Coral reefs are very tall and can stretch for miles. The coral is formed by polyps, and when they die they leave behind a stony limestone structure. Only the coral that are hard can form coral. It is very vulnerable to death. If it kicked, even slightly, it will most likely die. Coral can also die by turning white.
There Are Three Types Of Coral
Fringing coral, barrier coral, and coral atolls. Fringing coral forms along continental shelves and coast lines. Barrier coral runs parallel to the shorelines and are separated by lagoon. Coral atolls grow on top of old sunken volcanoes. Coral reefs are a very important ecosystem. They contain a lot of rich resources such as new medicines.
They are very delicate and even a slight temperature change can stress them. Chemicals kill them and can block the needed sunlight out. Coral reefs are usually found in bright colors such as orange, tan, yellow, purple, and green. Coral reefs will be wiped out very shortly so we really need to protect them. Koh larn island is a nice island about 20 mins speedboat ride from pattaya. Enjoy optional exciting water sports activities like snorkeling, jet ski, parasailing or banana boat near here.
There is also a small shop selling souvenirs, and freshly cooked thai food. You can also hire sun loungers and other equipment. Please note that all the water activities are on your own and the price of each activity which you want to do will have to be finalized by you only with the activity provider.

Alcazar show-
The alcazar show has been delighting audiences from around the world of almost 20 years. Thrilling 1,000,000 with laughter & impressions. You’ll experience the magic of alcazars state of the art computerized lighting system and be dazzled by the effects of its circle surrounding sound dts system, but that’s only the beginning. Prepared to be entertained in grand style by its 400 staff wonderfully talented artists and entertainers.
The phettrakul family is the founder & owner of the alcazar cabaret, which is located on pattaya 2nd road. Originally, it was a small theatre of 350 seats with 40 employees on almost 20 years ago. The floor, stage & technical equipment were rudimentary and in fact the business was not so successful in that early day, however, the family never gave up and continued to improve and upgrade its facilities until alcazar cabaret show became “world famous”!
Today’s alcazar features a grand beautiful theatre with a capacity of 1,200 seats & 440 employees. With state of art light & sound system featuring the ultra high tech “circle surround sound dts system” & the most modern computer technology. Today, the alcazar cabaret is “world class”!.
Alcazar cabaret of pattaya is now well known throughout most of the “international” in equivalence to both lido & moulin rouge of paris. But alcazar is different that lady-man stages it. Alcazar can successfully blend the art of acting, stage design, costumes & the sequence of the shows so well to be impressed by every one of all ages. So alcazar is a must to visit for both local & foreign visitors don’t miss it ever.
Chao Phraya Cruise-
Thon buri side is the most pleasant way to explore the city once dubbed “venice of the east” the majestic charm of the chao phraya adds perspective to your exploration of the city’s premier attractions.
Rivers and canals referred to maenam and khlong in thai have always been vital forms of communication. When the capital of thailand was moved to bangkok in 1782 (the beginning of the rattanakosin period), the capital was laced with canals, so bangkok was sometimes called the “venice of the east” by european visitors.
In the past, bangkokians usually settled by the chao phraya river and gradually spread into the core of the country. As you will see traces of the early rattanakosin period such as architecture and traditional ways of life have been left by the river more than in the inland areas. Besides, waterways at that time were the most important means of transportation and trading as well.
Nowadays, even though bangkok has become a modern city, the chao phraya river as well as the canals are still charming for whoever wishes to seek the peaceful atmosphere amidst bustling bangkok.

Noong Nooch Village-
Another phase of pattaya is this inland resort of noong nooch village where various cultural shows are played. You will be entertained with traditional music, dances, and thai martial arts. The village has beautiful tropical garden and lake for you to stroll around.
In 1954 mr.pisit and mrs. Nongnooch tansacha bought approximately 600 acres of rolling hills and valleys at sukhumvit road in chonburi province. The newly purchased land was anticipated to become a fruit plantation. Mrs. Nongnooch during her trip abroad, was inspired by the beauty of the world-renowned gardens and decided to turn the fruit orchard into a tropical garden.
Opened to the public in 1980, the garden was named ” suan nong nooch ” in honor of mrs. Nongnooch, as the word “suan” means garden. The garden opened to the public in 1980, and management was transferred to pisit and nongnooch’s son kampon tansacha in 2001. The garden currently fills 500 out of the 600 acres (2.4 km2).
Noong nooch tropical garden has emerged as fascinating tourist destination renowned for its wide ranging orchid species, bonsai gardens and countless flowers and plants from all corner of the world. Authentic thai houses mini zoo and cultural performances with classical dancers traditional ceremony thai boxing etc. And a spectacular elephant show are the highlights of the holiday.

Pattaya Tower-
Pattaya park tower is a well known tourist attraction in pattaya. Pattaya park tower is a highly recommended attraction in pattaya for every tourist coming into the city. While you are in pattaya the visit to pattaya park tower is a worthwhile thing to do. This tower holds the real wonder of showcasing a view of the entire city from its 55th floor. If you don’t want to miss the breathtaking view of pattaya city, pattaya beach, jomtien beach, ko lan, etc, then don’t forget to visit the pattaya park tower.
The observation deck of the tower is the most famous venue as from there one can get a complete glimpse of the entire area. This can be the most memorable scenery witnessed in your whole life. Going up to the 55th floor is easy by the elevator which is just about 1 minute ride. On the way down you are given the choice of using the elevator or the cable car. The tower jump is a chief attraction in pattaya park tower. The game rule is that you will have to jump down from the tower top with cable hanging and safety protection. It is an adventurous sport and a very exciting means to enjoy the holidays out there

Mini Siam-
This miniature city offers replicas of 80 sacred places and important historical sited around. Thailand at a scale of 1 to 25. Replicas of eiffel tower, the statue of liberty, tower bridge, trevi fountain. There is also a mini race course.

Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum-
Museum display odd artifacts and unlikely objects from all over the world, as well as demonstrating peculiarities of human perception such as optical illusions and examples of human depravity such as primitive torture devices. It is locates on the top floor of the royal plaza building on beach road in pattaya.

Things To Do:

Shopping

Shopping Hours:
9.00 am to 6.00 pm (daily) and from 10.00 am to 10.00 pm (daily) in the city centre.
Where to go for shopping
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Start your shopping in bangkok by visiting the most popular chatuchak weekend market. From a thing as small as a safety pin to as big as an air-conditioner, you can buy anything and everything at chatuchak weekend market in bangkok. It has indeed a riot in bangkok to visit this fully loaded market each weekend.
Pratunam
Shopping in bangkok is incomplete without shopping great stuff from the pratunam (watergate) market. Situated in the vicinity to the world trade centre, pratunam market is a one-stop platform to catch hold of the latest handbags, jeans, shoes and other such stuff. So, come and sharpen your bargaining skills at this great market located in bangkok
Shopping Malls
The emporiumis an all time favorite shopping mall in bangkok. Housing a rich collection of designer stores, restaurants, supermarkets and multi-screen cinema, the emporium is one of the best shopping malls of bangkok. Another great option is the stupendousmbk shopping mall. Indulge in heavy discount shopping in different shops of mbk. Other famous shopping malls that you can visit while shopping in bangkok arecentral world plaza, gaysorn plaza, amarin plaza, siam discovery centre, seacon squareandlotus tesco.
Duty Free Shops
Those looking for duty free shops is bangkok, can very well visitthailand duty free shops company branchin the world trade centre located on ratchadamri road. After choosing and order your goods here, you can easily collect them from the airport by showing your passport along with the airline ticket. Don’t forget to get your vat refunded from the vat refund desk at the airport.
What To Buy
Special purchases in bangkok include stuff like thai handicraft items, bronzeware, ceramics, textiles- thai cotton products, silk, different kinds of fabrics, furniture, gems, gold, jewellery, leather goods, lacquerware, paintings, neilloware, pencil sketches and wickerwork products.
Malls And Department Stores
Bangkok’s shopping centrecentral world plaza (ratchadamri rd) is one of the city’s largest and most popular shopping malls. With hundreds of retailers packed behind its modern façade, if you want to buy anything at all in the city, you should be able to find it here, whether it’s designer goods or off the peg fashions.
You might also like to check out thegaysorn mallacross the road – this is the current hot place for the fashion conscious in the city, withpradaandguccijust two of the big names to set up shop here. Great for window shopping, but if buying make sure that the plastic in your wallet is heat resistant – there are no cheap fakes to be had here.
Thesiam square areais one of bangkok’s most popular shopping districts. The area is dominated by several large malls aimed at up-market locals and affluent foreign visitors. An exception ismbk(mahboonkrong), a massive sprawling mall over seven storey’s with a complete mixture of goods, ranging from domestic kitchen items to leather coats. Prices are very reasonable. The neighbouring malls (the siam discovery centre and the siam centre) are slightly more westernised and consequently often less interesting – unless you’re after some expensive consumer goods.
Several department stores can be accessed directly from their corresponding skytrain station:central chidlom(chidlom station);central silom(sala daeng station) andthe emporium(phrom phong station). Siam square itself can be accessed via central station, the point where the two existing lines meet. Smaller department stores are scattered throughout the city:central(on silom and ploenchit roads) has the best combination of price and range, androbinson’s(on sukhumvit soi 19, rajdamri road and the silom/rama iv junction) is also highly rated.
Markets
The lumpini night bazaar(also known assuan lum) is heralded as the largest market in downtown bangkok. Open each and every evening until late, this vibrant shopping environment sells an eclectic range of items, and not being specifically aimed at the tourist market you’ll find it isn’t just the usual collection of rather sad and unimaginative souvenir items. Good quality woodwork and art pieces vie for space on stalls with rather more mundane items. The bazaar also boasts a rather splendid beer garden open when weather allows. With a variety of beers for sale from the hostesses and food stalls surrounding the central table area you might be forgiven for forgetting to do any shopping here. During rainy season if the beer garden closes there are several indoor restaurants that prove just as enticing.
Mbk
Mbk center , an enormous 8-storey marble mall opened in 1985, is one of the biggest shopping malls in asia. The center provides over 2,000 stores and services
Shopping Tips
Bartering is a way of life in bangkok and some simple rules apply: don’t barter on goods marked with a price. When bartering don’t raise your voice and never lose your temper. Never pay more than half the amount of the opening bid. And remember that bartering, at least for tourists, should be fun and is not to be taken too seriously.
Tax Refund
When leaving Thailand, all non-thai visitors who have been in the country for less than 180 days and who depart by air from one of the international airports can apply for a tax refund on goods bought. Most countries offering a tax refund specify a minimum amount that must be spent in a particular shop to claim a refund. In Thailand, refunds are only given on amounts totaling over thb5000 purchased in the last 60 days.
Only receipted purchases in excess of thb2000 (from one store in one day) can contribute towards this total. To reclaim tax you need to show the sales assistant your passport and ask them to fill out a vat refund form (pp10) and attach an invoice showing the amount of tax. You will also need to state the method of refund as cash, banker’s draft or credit card.
Please note that a cash refund (in thai baht) is only available for refunds of up to thb10000. On departure from Thailand customs officers must inspect the purchases before you check in. They will also need to see form pp10 with the tax invoice. Please note that purchases must be made from stores displaying a “vat refund for tourists” sign, as not all stores participate in the scheme. There is no refund on gemstones and a charge is payable depending on how you choose to receive your refund.
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Traditional thai massage can be arelaxing, indulgent and invigorating experience- without any of the salacious undertones often associated with the western or patpong road equivalent. Massage is seen as a healing art and is both practiced and instructed with great skill.

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