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Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its largest city; over 12 million people call it home.
On our first day here the weather was hot and steamy, and the air was thick with smog. We spent much of our time on the Chao Phraya, Thailand's largest river. That river dissects Bangkok and on that body of water much of the country's commerce moves north and south.
In this modern city, life along the boat-filled Chao Phraya is a real photo opportunity, as its banks are lined with both modern apartments and businesses, plus rickety shacks where thousands of locals still live and work.
We also visited Chinatown, the Golden Reclining Buddha, The Royal Palace and other points-of-interest including the world's largest jewelry store. Bangkok is a very exciting place, and I would certainly place it high on my list of favorite travel destinations. You should too!
A colorful and functional Bangkok taxi.
A fairly typical house along the Chao Phraya.
This is the head of the (giant) golden reclining buddha. This huge buddha is visited by thousands of locals and tourists each day. Inside the temple one must remove shoes and have exposed arms and legs covered. Many of the faithful leave coins and flowers as a tribute.
Savory street food for sale in Bangkok's Chinatown.
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On a very hazy day, this is a small slice of central Bangkok along the Chao Phraya River. Note the large river barge in the background.
Bangkok oozes atmosphere, including this little blue tug boat.
One of the many river houses along the Chao Phraya. Looks to me like the front porch could use some work.
Another of Bangkok's colorful river tug boats
One of the dozens of Buddhist temples on the river.
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