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One of the best massages you can get in Bangkok is in the grounds of Wat Po. They will do you a one hour herbal massage which leaves you feeling wonderful, and it's amazingly peaceful there, despite the proximity of the traffic. A soothing respite from the heat of a Bangkok afternoon.
Wat Po is the temple with the huge reclining Buddha, next to the Grand Palace. The massage school is at the back of the Wat compound.
Forget the crudely signed massage parlours - or the beauty parlours for that matter - if you want a really good massage in Bangkok head for Wat Pho and have your massage there. All of the masseurs are trained in the school and it is a total antidote to busy noisy Bangkok in the peaceful grounds of the temple - from 300 baht per hour and a bit more if you want herbs to be used for your massage - bliss!
Wat Pho Thai traditional medical school 2 Sanamchai Rd, Wat Pho, Tatian, Bangkok
You must try Suan Nanachaat, the "Garden of Many Nations". Stunning surroundings, superbly qualified staff and UK management allowing clear communications for personalised treatments.
A great hotel, reasonably priced with excellent vegetarian cuisine, friendly staff, and on site masseuse. Family run and kid-friendly.
37 Sri Ayuthya Road, Soi 16http://www.shantilodge.com
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