Buddhist Culture Abounds in the 'City of the Deity'

Bangkok is the transportation and financial hub ofown, and unique in many ways to any other
Southeast Asia and the metropolitan hub of Thailand.government in the world. Thailand is the only country
A study abroad experience in Bangkok showsin Southeast Asia not to be colonized. It is run by a
students how history and modernity can fuse into aconstitutional monarchy with a king who has very
culture and city rich in temples, modern and ancientlittle power but much prestige.
architecture, canals with floating shops and wonderfulThe study abroad Bangkok program will also
religious history.assimilate students into the world of Buddhism.
The temples and palaces in Bangkok that can beBuddhism makes up 95% of the Thai population and
visited during a study abroad in Bangkok areis the explanation to the large number of temples
breathtaking. Among the most renowned is the Watfound in Bangkok. Prevalent
Phra Kaeo which contains a huge emerald BuddhaThe combination of religion, politics and culture make
that only the king is allowed to get close to. Theit obvious to students who study abroad in Bangkok
Royal Palace has three halls made of gold and offerswhy it is the education center of Thailand. The hub
daily tours.of Thailand's prestigious universities litter this capital
The study abroad Bangkok program allows studentscity and offer homes to students looking for
the chance to see not only a part of the rich Asiantechnical and teaching positions as well as general
culture, but also a government different than ourstudy.