“Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, r who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense.” ~ Buddha

This quick short blog is about checklist of places and things you must explore if you are in Bangkok for 2 days or more. It adds my experience for this City in 2 days.

First experience from Airport to accommodation:

It was my first time in Bangkok and was really excited about it obviously. Though initially I got bit disappointed by seeing the terrible traffic on the way to accommodation. Later realize it’s Bangkok; get used to it.

It was sad to hear about the King passed away and I can easily felt the positive vibes and love of people for him. There were big boards, places were decorated, quotes in the memory of King. Honestly, I like the belief of Thai people for their king.

Pronunciation and names:

Surprisingly I found some of the names and pronunciation of few Thai names/words similar to Indian National Language(Hindi).

Few Examples:

1. Suvarnabhumi Airport
2. Rajadamnern stadium
3. Sukhumvit Road

Paintings of gods inside Airport and in Bangkok:

Many of Paintings made me felt that there is some Historical connection with Hindu Mythology.

Examples:

1. Samudra manthan (I read in Hindu Mythology) The statue I saw in Bangkok Airport, If I am not wrong.

2. Monkey God Hanuman(I read in Hindu Mythology) : I have seen Monkey god painting in many places in Bangkok.

In my honest opinion it’s correct to say that there are lot of cultural has been inherit from Hindu Mythology. Though I am not the subject matter expert and not religious at all but as a person who lived in Hindu family; it something motivation for me to explore and study about the Thailand culture.

Street Food:

Yummy, awesome, Delicious, ummmhaa wow!

I fall in love with Thai street Food. It’s delicious and spicy. Though it was too much spicy for me after not eating spicy food for an year. All thanks to Philippines.

Recipe I tried —

1. Nam Dtok Mu
2. Som Dtam
3. Pad pak Boong

Places:

1. The king Palace

It was amazing experience to visit King palace. It was my first time to observe Buddhist Temples. They are beautiful and very peaceful. One can also enjoy a small Show Parade of Thai Army/Police.

Note: Shorts are not allowed inside the palace. Make sure you are wearing trousers.

2. Chatuchak market

Must visit, It’s the largest market in Thailand. Chatuchak Market sells nine kinds of goods: plants, antiques, pets, food and drinks, fresh and dry food, ceramics, furniture and home decor, clothing and books. I also love the Coconut ice cream.

3. The River(Chao Phraya)

This river is center of Country. It flows through Bangkok and then into Guld of Thailand. Go for Temple hoping. There are lot of places you can visit by sailing in boat The grand palace, Wat Phra Keaw etc..

4. Muay Thai stadium

If you want to experience Muay Thai Fight. This place is for you. I was lucky enough to get front row seats. It was amazing but I do not recommend who can’t watch Violent fights. You probably see blood and close contact fight between fighters. For me It was awesome. It actually motivated me to take few lesson of this fighting Art.

5. Thai Massage

Well the massage I took was no dirty thing. It was actually cute. They gave me uniform to wear for massage. It was like kurta and Pajamas. Massage was relaxing, professional. No complains.

6. Good Restaurants

There are lot of good options. The one I had dinner was Cabbages & Condoms Restaurant. Food was delicious.

7. Beer

I love beer and able to identify taste of different beers. I liked local beer of Thailand Singha and Chang.

What’s Next: I am gonna plan again. This time it will be Thailand for Meditation retreat. There are lot to learn from this country and people Buddhism, Meditation and discipline etc. Feel free to share your thoughts. :)