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Bangkok's Top Ten
There's lots to see and do in Bangkok, but here are some places that are "can't misses," and others, a bit less known, that you shouldn't miss …
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3. Khlong Tours and the Royal Barges Museum
Taking a tour of the khlongs (canals) can be a refreshing way to beat the heat in the afternoon, and you should ensure that you stop at the Royal Barges Museum.
Here, you can see the magnificent boats that are used for royal river processions.
The largest barge, at over 50 meters long, boasts a crew including 50 rowers, plus umbrella-bearers, and helmsmen.
The Museum is located on the north bank of the Bangkok Noi Canal.
You can also take a river taxi to the Tha Rot Fai pier, then walk across the khlong to the museum.
Khlong tours can be arranged at many places, including the River City pier, at the Boat Tour Centre.
You can also hire your own long-tail boat, but do bargain, as rates can be from 400-1000 baht per hour.
A well-known tour goes to the Wat Sai floating market, with tours leaving from the Tha Chan pier, near the Grand Palace, starting at 7 am.
Be sure to ask if your tour will include the Royal Barges Museum, and Wat Arun.
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