Bangkok the Political Social and Economic Center of in the World
Bangkok the capital city of Thailand is also the political, social and economic center of the country. It also boasts of rich historical heritage with the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun and Rattanakosin area being the most famous tourist destinations. It is a beautiful city with 400 richly decorated temples making it one of the most visited cities of south-east Asia. Bangkok also consists of many cannels with floating markets giving it the name “Venice of the East.” The Flights to Bangkok are available on a regular basis carrying tourists to the above mentioned tourist attractions.
The Grand Palace is a cluster of buildings and is situated in the heart of the capital city. Earlier the palace was the official residence of the Kings of Siam. Currently the palace is for official events such as royal ceremonies and state functions. The palace is divided into several sections such as the Phra Maha Montien Buildings, Phra Maha Prasat Buildings, the Chakri Maha Prasat Buildings, the Inner Court and the Siwalai Gardens quarter. The tourists using Bangkok flights can visit its museum which is open for the public.
Situated in Phra Nakhon district of Bangkok and adjacent to Grand Palace, the Wat Pho is a Buddhist temple. Also known as the ‘Temple of the Reclining Buddha’ the religious destination is credited of being the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. The cheap flights to Bangkok are availed by religious devotees and peace seekers all alike the year round to visit this destination.
The Wat Arun is also a Buddhist temple. Situated on the banks of Chao Phraya River in the Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, the temple is named after Aruna, the Indian God of Dawn. The temple is one of the most visited landmarks of Thailand and tourists book Bangkok flights Booking throughout the year to visit this destination. The temple is a real treat for the visitors as the first rays of the sun reflect back from its surface in a very beautiful way. It consists of a monastery that has existed for many centuries.
The flight to Bangkok travel packages also covers the relics of the Rattanakosin Kingdom. The existence of this Kingdom dates back to the year 1782 when Bangkok was established as the capital city of Thailand. The fourth kingdom of Thailand, King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke of the Chakri Dynasty had laid its foundation. The first years of its existence where characterized by conflicts with Burma, Vietnam and Laos. The later half was marked by conflicts with the European colonial powers. Later on trade increased with emergence of middle class and modern reforms like abolition of slavery was introduced. Finally the establishment of constitutional monarchy in 1932 led to drastic political reforms. There are numerous projects undertaken by the Thailand Government to maintain this historic heritage in the Rattanakosin area.
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