Chapter 3/3: Leaving Ko Phangan, Visiting Amphawa Floating Market — A Backpacking Adventure on Video

Leaving ko phangan was very easy and in this video I retrace my steps. Determined to return to the Thai culture which appeals to me so much, I follow suit accompanied by a young woman. Emy was my ex-partner who helped me with many things. But like a majority of Thais, they dream of a European for the wrong reasons. This is also why I ended our relationship if you are wondering why, you curious little ones…  To return to my visits, I must tell you that everything goes through Bangkok station when you want to move inland. If you come back to Bangkok often, this is normal.

Ayutthaya, the beginning of Thai culture

This magnificent city from another time is a real starting point for the curious. From Bangkok station, take the train to Ban-takhli, but you have to get off at Aytthaya without change after about an hour. Temples and temples everywhere. I think I have never seen so many temples in my life at this precise moment. You need to equip yourself with a bike, a map, and why not a French-speaking guide if you want to understand. It was around the year 1000 that Thai civilization began its creation with the Kmers, Chinese and other peoples. Today Ayutthaya is his heritage and I invite you to read the dedicated article on the site.

Kind advice from me, please don’t ride on the backs of elephants when you visit Ayutthaya. It has an elephant center in the middle of the city and you participate in the abuse of these animals by riding on them. They are attached to chains which lacerate their legs.

Phra Pathommachedi Stupa: 120 meters high

What can you say about this visit to the largest temple in Thailand? It’s impressive and peaceful. You have to go to Nakhon Pathom to see it as indicated on the map with “maps”.  Departing from Bangkok station by bus, you will find the temple easily, because it can be seen from anywhere in the city. The Phra Pathommachedi Stupa is built 120 meters high, the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The special thing about this temple is that you cannot be inside. You can, however, admire the Buddha sculptures all around.

Visit Amphawa, the largest floating market in Thailand

Still departing from Bangkok station, you take the bus, which will take you to Amphawa.  Located on the “maps” southwest of Bangkok, you will have to be patient to arrive approximately 2 hours later. On site: eating, eating and orgy of food as far as the eye can see. If you like Thai gastronomy, this is one of the places to go to taste everything. I had the opportunity to eat grilled squid on a trader’s boat and it was delicious. I tasted lots of local products. Some have “ripped out” their tongues but what better way to please you than this market. Visiting Amphawa with your eyes closed is good, it’s typical, it’s authentic and fun! The video above will tell you more than my words to conclude. I can confirm, Thailand is an easy country to do alone without help.

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