Must-See Attractions
Grand Palace
พระบรมมหาราชวัง
The city's most iconic landmark: a dazzling complex of gold spires and mosaics that served as the royal residence for 150 years.
Local Name
พระบรมมหาราชวัง
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Wat Arun
วัดอรุณ
The 'Temple of Dawn,' an architectural marvel covered in colorful porcelain and seashells on the west bank of the river.
Local Name
วัดอรุณ
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Wat Pho
วัดโพธิ์
Home to the massive 46-meter long gold-leaf Reclining Buddha and the historic birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
Local Name
วัดโพธิ์
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Must-Eat Spots
Pad Thai
ผัดไทย
Thailand's most famous dish: stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, peanuts, and a signature tangy tamarind sauce.
Local Name
ผัดไทย
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Pad Kra Pao
ผัดกะเพรา
A spicy, fragrant stir-fry of minced meat and holy basil, widely considered by locals to be the 'true' national dish of Thailand.
Local Name
ผัดกะเพรา
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