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Dahra Beauty and Spa
Silom, Soi 18, Suriyawong, Bangrak, Suriyawong, Bangrak (2.85 km) (show on map)
Type: A spa.
This spa offers a whole host of massages from relaxing to therapeutic. It boasts lovely surrounds and an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Great place to be. Sure a must to go their.. Great m...
– jjmhen (Jun 29, 2009)Dahra Beauty & Spa is quite possibly Bangkok's best ...
– anonymous (Jun 28, 2009)boo rating 100%
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Leyana Spa
33 Thonglor 13, Soi Torsak, Klongtonnuer, Wattana
Type: A day spa.
The Leyana Spa offers you a peaceful and beautiful place to relax and unwind in. They offer modern and traditional treatments for both your health and wellbeing, as well as being pampered.
Loved having myself smothered in chocolate; I looked...
– anonymous (Dec 30, 2009)boo rating 100%
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Wat Po (The Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
Maharaj Rd., near the river (2.66 km) (show on map)
Type: Oldest and largest Buddha temple in Bangkok.
‘Wat Po’ is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. The ‘Wat Po’ complex consists of two walled compounds. The northern area houses the most important monuments, and the southern portion is where monks reside.
Of all Bangkok's temples, this is my favourite one. ...
– colm (Sep 10, 2007)boo rating 100%
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Four Face Buddha
At the junction of Ratchadamri Road and Phloenchit Road (5.86 km) (show on map)
Type: An open air Erawan Shrine.
The statue is the centerpiece for a shrine originally constructed by Hindus. The Buddha is said to give off blessings of luck and fortune.
Four Faced Buddha in Erawan Bangkok is a tourist att...
– jimkhoowk (Apr 3, 2008)boo rating 100%
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Patpong
(2.95 km) (show on map)
Type: Entertainment district in Bangkok.
This is a busy spot at night as it is full of bars and restaurants. It also has a night market which adds to the crowds and atmosphere.
We got our tailor made clothes in patpong market at ...
– anonymous (Mar 23, 2009)Patpong is notorious for its street lined with girli...
– orla (May 8, 2007)boo rating 90%
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Chatuchak Market
(2.52 km) (show on map)
Type: Regarded as the world's biggest weekend market.
This market sells everything you could think of. There are almost 9,000 individual booths selling all kinds of things. There's also a huge food market and places to eat.
Chatuchak market is a massive indoor market with all...
– orla (May 8, 2007)boo rating 80%
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Khao San Road
(1.17 km) (show on map)
Type: A short road in central Bangkok.
This area has become the haunt of backpackers over the years. Many use this as a base when exploring the area due to the variety of accommodation available at low prices. There's also plenty of markets and trading along the road.
Not bad overall, and definitley worth a visit. This...
– gracebw2 (Jun 26, 2007)If you are not staying in or around this area it is ...
– orla (May 8, 2007)boo rating 80%
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Floating Market Bangkok
Damnoen Saduak (65.39 km) (show on map)
Type: Market stalls on canals.
This is a market with a difference. There are small 'khlongs' or canals that are filled with flat boats piled high with fresh produce. Each floating stall fights for the best position to sell to customers coming by on boats.
The floating market was good enough but not as authe...
– orla (May 8, 2007)boo rating 60%
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Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
West bank of the Chao Phraya (3.04 km) (show on map)
Type: A tower.
This 79m high tower was once known as Wat Jaeng but was renamed the "Temple of Dawn," by King Thaksin, Bangkok's founder. He borrowed the name, which means dawn, from the Hindu God, Aruna.
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The Grand Palace
East of the river, on Na Phra Lan Rd., near Sanam Luang (2.66 km) (show on map)
Type: A grand palace.
This is a big tourist spot as they come to see the imposing but fascinating area. You will first come to the area of Wat Phra Kaew which is a real highlight. You will then come to the buildings of the palace where the royal family once lived.
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The National Museum
Na Phra That Road (2.75 km) (show on map)
Type: Thailand's treasury of art and archaeology.
This museum was built as part of the Grand Palace complex. This building was originally the palace of Rama I's brother, the deputy king and appointed successor. There are guided tours available or you can just pick up a guide and go by yourself.
