Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is a large city known for ornate shrines and spirited street life. Buddhist temples and The Grand Palace including Wat Arun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho stand in contrast with other tourist attractions as the nightlife scenes of Patpong and Khaosan Road. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with a broad reclining Buddha and, on the opposite seashore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and Khmer-style steeple.