Is your first trip to Thailand with a group?How about free travel?
For the first contact and unfamiliarity, many of us would choose to join the group. Last night, I saw a slightly more well-known travel agency in Taiwan. The teak palace is still the main attraction in Bangkok, and the Grand Palace is rarely brought ( Grand Palace) and Wat Phra Kaeo (Wat Phra Kaeo), in fact, the scope of visits and the characteristics of the attractions are better. It is recommended that you arrange a free tour with the group. You can choose to come here for a day to take a look and learn about the architecture of the integration of Thai and Western culture. Landscape, and feel the life of the Thai royal family.
So this article will first introduce the transportation method to everyone, and then update the contents of the attractions of the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple one by one.
Located in the 18th century to the middle of the 20th century, the Grand Palace was the main residence and office of the Thai royal family. Therefore, it has an extremely important position in the existing maintenance and operation of the palace.Although it was built during the reign of King Rama I of Thailand, King Rama VIII of Thailand unfortunately passed away here (the official statement is that his pistol misfired, but there are many murder theories), plus his successor brother Pomei Phong (The current King Rama IX) moved the royal family to Chitralada Palace (Chitralada Palace). Therefore, the Grand Palace, a palace symbolizing the Thai dynasty, is maintained as usual and is open to tourists. However, the Thai royal family is no longer Live here.
Okay, after I have a little bit of concept, I will better understand why we recommend visiting here, and I will return to this article on "How to go from downtown Bangkok to the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha on the river bank".At present, many travel books on the market will be separated by BTS and MRT on the Bangkok MRT Line, and one stop after another introduces the surrounding attractions and gourmet dishes. The content of such a travel book is very convenient and will help you to travel freely in Thailand for the first time. For people, it is recommended that the MRT is the most convenient when arranging this itinerary.
There are two main reasons. The first is that there are many scenic spots on both sides of the Chao Phraya River, and it is rare to have the opportunity to take a boat trip to these Thai temples. From the Saphan Taksin station of the Skytrain Silom Line, walk for about 3 minutes. It is very convenient to be able to buy ferry tickets.Second, whether you take a tuk-tuk or ask people on the side of the road, it is very easy to encounter a liar like "The Grand Palace is not open today, I will introduce you to see the lucky budda", or say "The Grand Palace is not open, but My car can take you around downtown Bangkok. How much is it for a day", I started to bargain with you.It's better to know how to easily get to the attractions by yourself, it would be better than dealing with these people.
Step1. Take the MRT to Siam Station.
▲ The yellow block in the photo is Siam Station, where you can transfer to the Silom Line, another Skytrain Line.
▲ Pay attention to the direction of Wongwian Yai Station when transferring to the platform.
Step2. Arrive at Saphan Taksin station and go to Exit XNUMX.
Step.3 Buy tickets here at Chao phraya express boad.
Step4. To purchase a ticket, buy a one-way ticket at N9 station (the map and terminal are marked with "N★"), and the fare is 40 baht.
(If you can visit the surrounding attractions in one day, you can buy a one-day ticket for 150 baht)
▲ There will be a tour guide on the boat to explain the attractions in English.
Step5. Arrive at N9 / N★ Maharaj Pier.
▲ If you want to return to this pier or other piers after visiting the Grand Palace and the Jade Buddha Temple, you can walk back here to take a ride.
▲ A new and interesting way to play is to take a Segway tour around the Grand Palace and the Jade Buddha Temple. (I remember the cost per person is 1,500 baht, there will be a coach to bring it)
▲ After walking out of the pier, I found that the bougainvillea flowers were still blooming on the streets of Bangkok in winter.
This location will be a parking lot. After going out, walk on the right hand side. On the way, you will pass many small vendors selling jade and Thai amulets.
Step6. After passing the vendors selling jade, Buddha statues, and amulets, you will see this white wall immediately.
Step7. Just follow the white wall.
▲ Don’t be like my friend, who is less than three minutes away from the door, and asked others where the Grand Palace is, but was deceived to see Lucky Budda.
That is, I entered the jewelry store.Although they retreated all over, frankly speaking, they were deceived a second time during their trip to Bangkok. (Super wonderful~^ ^)
▲ At the entrance of the Grand Palace, there will be a policeman at the entrance of the street. He is controlling and dancing. ^^
▲ With such a large crowd, congratulations on arriving at the entrance of the Grand Palace.
▲ Although there are no royal family members living in the Grand Palace, a large number of military forces will be stationed in the presence of foreign guests and occasional royal family members.
(Next, I will update the records and precautions for visiting the Grand Palace and the Jade Buddha Temple at the end of 2012!)
Take the Bangkok Skytrain MRT BTS from "Siam Station" and board to "Saphan Taksim Station".
After exiting the BTS, take the ferry from the starting station Central Pier to the N22 station.
After disembarking from the pier, walk directly to the Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Temple of the Reclining Buddha and other attractions.
