Thailand: Guide to the Temples of Bangkok, Sukhothai \u0026 Ayutthaya (2022 Travel Guide by Approach Guides) By Approach Guides
An absolute must for travelers who love art and architecture 372
RECENTLY UPDATED FOR 2022 With nearly 200 high resolution images maps and detailed site profiles this is the definitive travel guide to Thailand and its temples in Bangkok Ayutthaya and Sukhothai. The temples of Thailand overflowing with golden Buddhas soaring spires and glistening surfaces of infinite complexity stir the spirit inviting contemplation and wonder This Approach Guide reveals the country s best art and architecture from its three great historical Sukhothai 1238 1368 Ayutthaya 1350 1767 and Bangkok 1782 present It is yours to discover. What s in this guidebook Art and architecture review We provide an overview of Thai art and architecture isolating trademark features that you will see again and again while touring To make things come alive we have packed our review with high resolution images Tour of the highlights Following our tradition of being the most valuable resource for culture focused travelers we offer a tour of Sukhothai Ayutthaya and Bangkok s greatest Buddhist monuments itinerary below For each we reveal its most important architectural and decorative features and offer a discussion that ties it all together Advice for getting the best cultural experience To help you plan your visit this guidebook offers logistical advice maps and links to online resources Plus we give our personal tips for getting the most from your experience while on location Information the way you like it As with all of our guides this book is optimized for intuitive quick navigation information is organized into bullet points to make absorption easy and images are marked up with text that explains important features NEW Customers can now print this guidebook with our new PDF on Demand service See the final chapter in the book for details. TOUR ITINERARYTo help with prioritization must see temple sites in each city are marked with asterisks Sukhothai Wat Chang Lom Wat Chedi Si Hong Wat Chetuphon Wat Mahathat Wat Phra Phai Luang Wat Sa Si Wat Saphan Hin Wat Si Sawai Wat Si Chum Wat Trapang Ngoen Wat Trapang Thong Lang. Si Satchanalai Sukhothai daytrip Wat Chedi Cha ng Lom Wat Chedi Chet Thaew Wat Khao Phanom Phloeng Wat Khao Suwan Khiri Wat Nang Phaya Ayutthaya Wat Chai Watthanaram Wat Mahathat Wat Maheyong Wat Na Phra Men Wat Phu Khao Thong Wat Phutthaisawan Wat Ratchaburana Wat Si Sanphet Wat Suwandararam Wat Yai Chai Mongkon Bangkok Buddhaisawan chapel Wat Arun Wat Benchamabophit Wat Bowornivet Wat Khrua Wan Wat Pho aka Chetuphon Wat Phra Kaeo Wat Suthat Wat Suwannaram. ABOUT APPROACH GUIDESTravel guidebooks for the ultra curious Approach Guides reveal a destination s essence by exploring a compelling aspect of its cultural art architecture history food or wine. PRAISE FOR APPROACH GUIDESCompulsive and compulsively informed travelers the Raezers are the masterminds behind the downloadable Approach Guides which are filled with a university course worth of history and insights for 62 destinations worldwide WHY WE LOVE The Raezers share our desire for deep well researched information on the wonders of the world Travel Leisure Thailand Guide to the Temples of Bangkok Sukhothai u0026 Ayutthaya 2022 Travel Guide by Approach Guides.