The many Museums adorning Bangkok give its visitors a wonderful insight into the nation’s unique heritage and its colourful culture. The structures alone that form the museum are just as fascinating as the many wonders it displays. The 19th Century Kamthieng House made completely of Teak and the Jim Thompson House are both excellent examples. Artefacts range from unique, sublime to even strange collections opening the doors to one extremely intriguing part of Bangkok- Walk into a Bangkok Museum and enjoy your walk through fascination.
The best place to start off your tour is from the National Museum, in Rattanakosin. Displaying artefacts that represent all significant eras of Bangkok history, this Museum gives you a concise yet wholesome introduction to Bangkok’s early beginnings, its rich and colourful culture, heritage and art. The Bangkok National Museum exists on the former grounds of the 18th century Wang Na palace and emulates much of the exquisite royal aura from the times gone by.
For Science lovers the forensic Museum and the Human Body Museum are excellent places to visit. The many intriguing exhibits displayed here provide fantastic insight into the science of the living world. Among Bangkoks interesting Museums, you get a Museum completely dedicated to sea shells. The Bat Cat Museum is another Museum in Bangkok that is dedicated completely to the world of toys. If you want a ride down horror lane visit the spooky corrections Museum. Depicting the punishment methods of Bangkok from the not so distance past, this Museum is sure to give you the chills.
Other interesting Museums include the Bangokian Museum, the Bank of Thailand Museum, The Kamthieng House and the Human imagery Museum. All are set in beautifully designed buildings. The Erawan Museum is one Museum that houses religious artefacts from the cities deep Hindu beliefs. It is symbolized by the massive 3 headed elephant statue at the entrance.
The above mentioned names are only some of the cities fascinating collection of Museums. Stay at the Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa and take your time exploring the city. This Bangkok Resort in all its finery happens to be one of the finest 5 Star hotels in Bangkok.
