b'BANGKOK, THAILANDBy Thidara UdomritkulTemple of the Emerald BuddhaBangkok is special to me as it represents my heritage and my parents birthplace. Bangkok is an excitingFor tours to the Land of mix of glittering temples like the Wat Phra Kaew, home to the Emerald Buddha, juxtaposed against quiet,Smiles scan the QR code modern riverside living.or click the link:I grew up in London, where my parents ran a small Thai restaurant. Unsurprisingly, my connection to Bangkok is closely related to foodthe city always reminds me of the sights, smells, and busy swing of my parents restaurant. My extended family still lives there, and I find that the generosity and spirit of the local people reflect their Buddhist roots. A famous Thai monk, Ajahn Chah, described this spirit as one in which you try to be mindful and let things take their natural course. Visitors interacting with locals in Bangkok will always encounter hospitality, friendliness, and a kind-spirited attitude.myplanet.se/thailandmyplanet.dk/thailandMY TOP 5 UNMISSABLE ACTIVITIES IN BANGKOK Sail upriver along the On a long-tail boat, Visit the tranquil Explore the street Take a tuk-tuk tour Chao Phraya River.cruise through theJim Thompson Housefood scene with aor short tuk-tuk rides Visit the Grand Palace,Thonburi klongsMuseum, createdlocal guide. Roam thethrough Bangkoks a stunning example(canals) and enjoyby the eponymousnetwork of narrowstreetsthese of traditional Thaidelicious Thai food at aAmerican spy-turned- streets in the old towncompact, three-architecture.riverside restaurant. silk-merchant. and let the aromas ofwheeled, open-sided fresh food beckon you.vehicles are a fun way to explore the city. TRUE VOYAGES \x1a27'