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Arriving in Cambodia
When we left Bangkok we opted for the early train to Aranyaprathet. The train left Bangkok at 5.55 in the morning so we had to wake up early from our Hostel right opposite the Hua Lamphong train station. Tickets for 3rd class ride are only 48 THB (around 1,20 EUR) for a scenic 5.5 hours…
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Wat Pho at night
The Wat Pho temple in the center of Bangkok’s old district has a hidden secret. Crowded during the day it stands absolutely silent and void at night. There is a small alley parting the temple from the close by residencies and this small alley allows you to enter the premises without problems at night. A…
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Pak Khlong Market (Flower Market)
I’ve been to Bangkok many times before but this city never fails to amaze me. This time I discovered the Pak Khlong Market which opens around 10 PM at night and has a lot of action going on until the early morning hours. A perfect stop to see after a night in the lively streets…
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Wat Saket (Golden Mount)
The first sight I visit in Bangkok is always the Wat Saket temple. Standing elevated on a small hill in the center of the old part of the town it enables you to get an overview of the maze of Bangkok. Don’t miss the stairs up to the roof of the Pagoda in one of…
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Bangkok from top
Today we climbed the Wat Saket aka the Golden Mountain. In the night we made another attempt to the flower market and found at even more crowded than in the daytime. My personal recommendations for today are: Visit the BACC to see free exhibitions, nice architecture and some artsy stores Take a ride with a…
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Streets of Bangkok
We started the day in Chinatown. Continued to the vintage Shopping Mall, the Nightingale Olympic which sells original wooden Tennis rackets from the 60s (no pictures allowed). After some more walking we entered the Pah Klong Flower market. This is a place I’m going to return to. Perhaps in the morning or late evening during…
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Game is on
First night. First sights. We went up the Baiyoke II tower to enjoy the beautiful view over the city. We’ve been there before. But this time is different. It feels way more relaxed and every minute has it’s value. Game is on.