Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, a huge city famous for its ornate temples and vibrant nightlife. The navigable Chao Phraya River flows through the city, feeding its many canals. On the bank of one of the canals lies the royal district of Rattanakosin, home to the opulent Grand Palace, the sacred Phra Kaew Temple, and Wat Pho with its giant statue of the Reclining Buddha.