Incomplete Vacation to Thailand Before Visiting These 5 Places, Which Ones?

Kapanlagi.com - Until now, Thailand is still one of the favorite destinations for Indonesian tourists in Southeast Asia. Besides not requiring a visa to enter the country, the exchange rate from Indonesian Rupiah to Thai Baht is also not too high. This makes Thailand a country that is still considered affordable for most Indonesian people.

Because of that, many Indonesian people choose Thailand as their first destination abroad. Well, if it's your first time in Thailand, it feels incomplete if you don't visit these iconic places. Can you guess which ones?

1. Wat Arun and Wat Pho

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Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is one of the iconic destinations in Thailand. The building, constructed in the 19th century, stands at a height of 82 meters. Wat Arun can be reached from Mae Phueak Pier, Wat Arun Ferry Pier, and Wang Doem Road. Wat Arun is located at 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok, Thailand.

As for Wat Pho, it is the largest temple complex in Bangkok. The temple is adorned with a 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue covered in gold. To facilitate visitors in placing lucky coins, Wat Pho has 108 bronze bowls. Wat Pho is located precisely at 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200.

2. Chatuchak Weekend Market

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A trip to Thailand would not be complete without a visit to the Chatuchak Weekend Market. This shopping paradise in Bangkok is well-known among both local and international tourists. Visitors can hunt for clothes, accessories, art, plants, animals, antiques, and food there.

This market, which has been around since 1942, has approximately 15,000 stalls and 11,505 vendors. Each stall and vendor is divided into 27 sections. Despite its name, Chatuchak Weekend Market is open from Wednesday to Sunday. If you want to visit, come to the address 587, 10 Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Khwaeng Chatuchak, Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand.

3. Grand Palace

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Another popular place to visit in Thailand is the Grand Palace. This historical building has been the residence of the Thai King for 150 years. The Grand Palace itself has been around since 1782. Considering it is the residence of the Thai leader, there are some rules that tourists must follow when visiting.

One of them is that tourists who want to visit the Grand Palace must dress modestly. This is because besides being the residence of the king, the Grand Palace is also considered a sacred building in Thailand. If you want to visit, you can find this iconic place at Thanon Na Phra Lan, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok.

4. Khao San Road

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Next, there is Khao San Road, which is a paradise for backpackers. Here, tourists can find affordable accommodations, restaurants, and bars. Additionally, Khao San Road is also famous for its street food, so you won't go hungry when visiting this place. If you want to come here, you can find it at Thanon Khao San Road, Banglamphu, Bangkok.

5. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

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Thailand is famous for its floating markets. One of the most iconic and popular ones is the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Tourists can explore and shop while riding a boat. There are many local delicacies worth trying, including beef broth noodles and coconut pancakes. The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is located in Damnoen Saduak, Damnoen Saduak District, Ratchaburi 70130.

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