Rattanakosin is Bangkok's old town district on the Chao Phraya River. Those who come to Bangkok for sightseeing book a hotel here. Here there are virtually all the famous temples, which are bursting with magnificent gold and precious stones. Among them are Wat Phra Kaeo with the Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho with the imposing 45-meter-long reclining Buddha statue. Almost as famous: Khaosan Road. Since the 80s a paradise for backpackers, who get here everything their heart desires, from backpacks to tattoos.