Whether you are looking for a quiet and reserved hotel near the river itself, or one of the more luxurious hotels crowded into the city centre, one of the most important sites in Bangkok is the Wat Pho, or Wat Phra Chetuphon, otherwise known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.
Located just behind the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra Chetuphon is not only the largest temple in Bangkok, but also one of the most majestic. It is famous for its massive Buddha statue measuring 46 metres long as it reclines in all its resplendent glory, covered in gold leaf for all to see. And while you could experience traditional massage techniques throughout the city near your Bangkok hotel or at the all-inclusive resorts featured at more Bangkok hotels, there is no better place to get a traditional Thai massage than at Wat Pho.
This is one of the more friendly sections for English-speaking travellers, and whether you hire a guide from near your Bangkok hotel or use the services offered by other Bangkok hotels to find a guide for you, it is relatively inexpensive to find someone to guide you through the city.
Prices will vary depending on how many people there are in your group, as well as whether or not you are willing to negotiate, but for sheer splendour there is no better place than the Temple of the Reclining Buddha for experiencing simple amazement at what the hands of man can do when inspired.
Lek Boonlert is an editor and content reviewer at DirectRooms and is responsible for all Bangkok Hotels content.
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