Bangkok Tourist Attractions – Top 5 That Cannot Be Missed

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Bangkok – a perfect haven for tourists from all over the world. Whether it is nightlife, shopping or visiting exclusive attractions, Bangkok is the one place for everything. Bangkok is renowed for its plethora of tourist attractions.

One of Asia's most popular cosmopolitan city, Bangkok has something for everyone. Magnificent temples, busy markets, exquisite palaces and enthusiastic nightlife, all this and more come together as Bangkok tourist attractions.

Check out Bangkok's top 5 tourist attractions

Grand Palace: Bangkok's major landmark and tourist destination, the Grand Palace, boasts an impressive architecture. This superb structure includes the Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Amarinda Hall, Boromabiman Hall and the Hall of Justice are other attractive parts of this palace.

Erawan Museum: The eye-catching three-headed elephant statue, an epic image of the Airavatha, (elephant of Hindu Mythology), certainly draws every tourist's attention. This statue weighs 250 tons, is 29 metres high and 39 metres long. It is made of pure green coloured copper. The three-level museum below the statue is filled with psychedelic decor, Thai and antique European artefacts.

Chatuchak Market: Once you visit this market you'll definitely name it as the 'market of all markets'. One of Bangkok's top tourist attractions, this market covers an area of 35-acres and consists of around 8,000 stalls. You get anything in this market – clothing, accessories, antiques, food stuff, art work, handicrafts etc. Want to get the best bargain? Arm yourself with a appealing smile and down-to-earth attitude before you quote your price.

Cruise On Chao Phraya River: Once upon a time Bangkok was filled with canals, earning it the name of 'Venice of the East'. Though there are not many canals present now, you can enjoy a memorable cruise on the Chao Phraya River. To capture the traditional life styles of people living in the water ways, you can go on this cruise. A special dinner cruise is not-to-be-missed as if offers unbeatable views of the Bangkok's top tourism spots.

Siam Ocean World: A winner in Bangkok's top tourist attractions for the entire family, specailly kids. Situated beneath the Siam Paragon Shopping Mall, this huge water wonderland, is one of the largest in Southeast Asia. The exotic creatures of the aquatic world are exhibited in 7 different zones - Weird and Wonderful, Deep Reef, Living Ocean, Rain Forest, Rocky Shore, Open Ocean and Sea Jellies. A major hit among the visitors is the virtual reality adventure show that lasts for 25 minutes. This is Thailand's first 4D theatre.

Bangkok's amazing tourist destinations make it an ideal holiday destination too. So get ready to explore and know more about the city of angels, Bangkok.