BANGKOK - Actividades imperdibles . MAEKLONG MARKET - MERCADO FLOTANTE DAMNOEN SADUAK - AYYHUTAYA

BANGKOK - MUST-DO THINGS FOR A FIRST TRIP These are the must-do activities for a first trip to Thailand: MAEKLONG MARKET: (Mae Klong Railway Market), also known as the "railway market," is a famous traditional Thai market located on the railway tracks in Samut Songkhram province, about 80 km southwest of Bangkok. Its main attraction is how the vendors remove their awnings and products every time a train passes just inches from their stalls. DAMNOEN SADUAK FLOATING MARKET: This is the most famous and traditional floating market in Thailand. It is located about 100 kilometers southwest of Bangkok (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours away) and is open every day, with its peak hours from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It's an incredible experience. They take you on a 30-40 minute boat ride through canals where you can see traditional old houses and neighborhoods, and then you enter the chaos of the market where local vendors offer their wares from boats and stalls along the riverbank. It's worth it and highly recommended. AYYHUTAYA: This is the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam (1350-1767) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located about 80 kilometers north of Bangkok, it houses fascinating ruins of Buddhist temples and royal palaces destroyed by the Burmese in 1767, who looted and destroyed the city, beheading all the existing Buddha statues. Must-see places in Ayyhutaya: Wat Mahathat: World-famous for housing the iconic Buddha head trapped in the roots of a tree. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet: The most important temple of the former court, recognizable by its three large, aligned chedis (funeral bells). Wat Chaiwatthanaram: An impressive riverside complex, famous for its spectacular silhouette, especially at sunset. WALKING THROUGH BANGKOK'S ICONIC STREETS KHAO SAN ROAD: From a quiet rice market and residential neighborhood in the early 20th century to becoming the backpacker capital of the world. Its vibrant history is marked by trade, the hippie era, and global travel culture. Origins (1892): The street was originally opened in 1892 to connect the Grand Palace with the Chana Songkhran Buddhist temple. The Rice Market: For much of the 20th century, it served as the city's main rice trading center. In fact, its name in Thai literally means "ground rice." The Hippie Trail (1970s): Due to its proximity to major attractions (such as the Grand Palace) and its low prices, the first alternative tourists passing through Asia began to stay here. The Backpacking Boom (1980s-1990s): It became established as a base camp for travelers thanks to its inclusion in the first Lonely Planet guides. Its fame exploded worldwide when the street appeared at the beginning of the film The Beach (2000), starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Musicalization (Youtube Studio) True Crime Documentary and Chill - Rod Kim @RodKim Bloody Tears - Quincas Moreira Music - @QuincasMoreira 5 Star - Causmic @Causmic Jomon Grove - The Mini Vandals @theminivandals1840 Yoga Style - Chris Haugen @ChrisHaugenChannel Eyes - Patrick Patrikios @Patrick-Patrikios Birraventuras we are Esteban and Pichi - follow us on IG @Birra.aventuras