We flew into Bangkok today from Chiang Mai, met up with our Guide, Jay, and headed out for a half day of exploring Bangkok City. Our first stop was a quick lunch of local noodles. We both got a bowl of noodles and shared a soda for $3 USD or 100 Baht. Crazy cheap but so good. We walked across the street to the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace complex was established in 1782 and it consists of not only the royal residence and throne halls, but also a number of government offices as well as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace was built after King Rama I ascended to the throne and was built with both European and Thai architectural styles. When found in a
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