Welcome to Thailand!

We are now beginning our exploration of Bangkok, the capital of the country which has a population of over 10 million people!

With over 90% of the country following the Buddhist religion, it is not surprising that Bangkok is home to several hundred temples. The most famous of which is known as Wat Pho, home of the Reclining Buddha and comprising of four chapels that collectively showcase some 400 Buddha images.

The Reclining Buddha measures over 150-feet long and 160-feet tall, is covered in gold-leaf and dates back to 1832. Its significance is that it depicts the buddha just before he passed into the afterlife, lying on his side with a calm and content expression. 

Me with our wonderful Tuk, Tuk driver whose life’s mission was to take us to as many Buddha Temples as he could in one day! In accordance with the Buddhist religion, visitors are required to cover their shoulders and knees and remove their shoes before entering a temple.