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.

A "Temple Run" in Ancient Ayutthaya

Minus the Freaky Apes chasing after me of course and the game is over for me after visiting two temples. Lol. Excuse me but the heat and humidity that day was unforgivably bad that I asked my "Tuk-tuk" driver to bring me back to the train station to Bangkok instead of continuing on with the Temple tours. 

I arrived in Ayutthaya past noon from Bangkok via mini van station somewhere near the Victory monument. To get around the temples, I rent a "Tuk-tuk" for 100 Baht per hour. Others choose to rent a bike for 40 Baht I think.

Recognized today as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this cluster of temples and ruins was built in 1350. The Kingdom of Ayutthaya was once the largest and wealthiest in Asia until it was overtaken and destroyed by the burmese army  in 1765.

SILOM ROAD

Continuing my backpacking trip to Thailand, I chose to stay in Silom because:

1. CONVENIENCE, I like how Silom is easily connected to the rest of the City by train.
2. SHOPPING, you can get anything from souvenirs to apparel and accessories, though most are knock-offs and to something that is for adults only at Night Market.
3. CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATION, ranges from budget to pricey hotels.
4. FOOD, you can easily find your favorite Thai foods everywhere at a pocket friendly price. 
5. NIGHT LIFE, bars here are not as expensive compared to classy bars on Sukhumvit
6. THE RED LIGHT DISTRICT  not really one of the reason why I chose to stay in Silom. Lol. But to give you an idea, starting from Patpong all the way to Surawong, the night is as fun and crazy as The Hangover  Part II. The area may not be wholesome but it gives you a chance to get more acquainted with the city. Besides, I think its pet friendly because I saw signs that says "Super Pussy" and there are shows called "Ping Pong Show" so sports enthusiast would love it here. Lol. Just kidding.

Pat Pong Night Market and the Super Pussy

Here, you can get anything from fake DVD's...

.. to bar soaps

..to something that is for Adults only. Lol

Night life

Street food

Street Food