The Temple of the Reclining Buddha

Regarded as one of the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok, Wat Pho (The Temple of Reclining Buddha) or Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram is a home to a 46 meters long and 15 meters high Reclining Buddha. Lying on his side head held up by his right hand, this gold-plated statue depicts Buddha's passing into Nirvana. 

The intricate details, such as the eyes, the carvings on the box shaped pillow and the feet which is highly ornate with mother of pearl is remarkable.

Besides the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho Temple complex contains a large number of structures, such as an ubosot or ordination hall, viharns and chedi or stupa.

The complex is within walking distance from the Grand Palace. There is a 100 Baht entrance fee and since it is a temple the visitors are required to dress appropriately.

Vietnam & Thailand Backpacking Adventure on Instagram

Last December, I go on a solo backpacking trip to Vietnam and Thailand. Initially, my plan is to start the trip in Vietnam, fly to Bangkok and then travel overland to Cambodia. The plan failed because I've spent most of my "Cambodia Travel Fund" getting drunk in Silom Area in Bangkok almost every night. LOL

Anyway, let me show you My very first Backpacking Adventure through my Instagram post. My Instagram is a "micro blog" updated regularly with my selfies LOL :) so follow me @esnerazul for travel updates and more.

Fly from Manila to Ho Chim Minh City with Cebu Pacific Air. #delayedflight

Touch Down Tan Son Nhat International Airport, exchange 50USD and I become an instant millionaire, YAY!!! until the taxi driver asks for 700,000.00 of it plus 20USD. #I-Think-I-Got- Scammed.

My first morning in Vietnam is made perfect with a cup of Ca Phe Sua Nung. #I-Dont-Need-Starbucks-In-Vietnam

Started my Saigon City Tour on the back of a motorbike. I visited, Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, Saigon Central Post Office, Saigon Opera House and Reunification Palace #French-Colonial-Architecture

Joined a group tour to Cu Chi Tunnel in the afternoon but stuffed myself first with local dishes. #Delish  

Fly to Bangkok after two days in Vietnam. #excited-to-be-back-in-Bangkok

But, I fell in love with Vietnamese Coffee, that I get some of these at the Duty Free Shop in Tan Son Nhat International Airport's Duty Free shop. #I-love-Vietnam's-Coffee

Touchdown Suvarnabhumi Airport and figuring out how to get to my hotel while stuffing myself with Chicken Satay. #I-eat-A-Lot-When-I-Travel

Experiencing  "The Venice of the East" on a long tail boat locally known Khlongs. #The-Venice-of-the-East

Travel to Ayutthaya for temple hopping. #Ayutthaya-Temple-Run

Visited the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) #must-see

Tried Bangkok's Street Food, surprisingly, they are good. #I-have-no-idea-what-im-eating-but-they-are-good

... and the adventure has ended. Flying back to Manila. #and-the-flight-is-delayed-AGAIN.

This is just an overview of my first backpacking adventure, more and detailed post soon. Do not forget to follow me on Instagram @esnerazul for selfies like the one below :) just kidding.