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Thailand is famous for countless reasons and one of which are those of its marvelous tourist attractions. Of the numerous places you could visit in this country you would most likely explore its... |
Thailand is famous for countless reasons and one of which are those of its marvelous tourist attractions. Of the numerous places you could visit in this country you would most likely explore its wonders which would include; The Grand Palace, Ayutthaya, The Sanctuary of Truth.
These aren’t just ordinary travel destinations because they have their own history which dates back almost centuries. You will definitely enjoy visiting these areas not just because of its sights and sounds but also because of getting the chance to experience the culture and ethnicity of the nation.
The Grand Palace
This place is a vast area of complex buildings located in Bangkok which dates back to the early 18th and mid 20th century and served as the official residence of the king of Thailand. The palace is protected by a defensive wall which encloses an area of 218,400 square meters and is situated on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River.
You will truly be amazed of the buildings located within the temple, one of which is the Wat Phra Kaew temple containing the emerald Buddha. Another astonishing feature would be the inspiring monuments situated along different areas of the palace. These include the Kinnorn, the mythologic giant yak, and the Bai sema. You can also see monks inside the place which signifies the culture of Thailand.
Ayutthaya
This ancient city has 3 palaces and 400 temples which never fail to amaze tourists all over the world. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand even though it was burned down during Burmese colonization in the year 1767. If ever you are interested in visiting this ancient city, it can be seen in the central plains of the country, north of Bangkok.
You are probably wondering what you will see in this place, well, wonder no more because you will definitely enjoy watching the marvelous temples within the city. One of the top rated attractions is the Ayutthaya Elephant Camp; here you will get the chance to come face to face with one of the largest mammals on earth and not just that, you can also feed them, ride on them into the river and wash their massive bodies. These ex-working elephants are prized possessions of this city and getting the opportunity to be with these gentle giants is an experience you would never dare to miss.
The Sanctuary of Truth
If you like wooden carvings or wooden sculptures then it would be better if you take a breather and relax as you observe the ancient architecture displayed in this extraordinary building. This building is about 105 meters high and every inch of this magnificent building is covered with wooden carve sculpture.
The decorations of this building are not merely for fun and entertainment but it was designed to reflect the Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. The elements of nature and spirituality surround this ancient building. Entering this holy place would uplift your spirits and make you realize the beauty and elegance of mother earth.
Thailand is with no doubt one of the must see countries in the world. Its culture is one of a kind and its wonders are truly outstanding. These three wonders are merely a glimpse of what’s in store for you when you visit the beautiful country. There are more wonders than you could possibly imagine and discussing all of it would take a lifetime. It would be better if you just experienced all of these for yourself rather than reading it from some magazine or article. Turn your dreams and fantasies into reality and explore the captivating sights and sounds of Thailand.