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We visited several of the temples (Wats) around the city- Wat Arun (our website home page background), Wat Phra Chetuphon, Wat Kanlayanamit, Wat Paknam, and Wat Khun Chan. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865418427-JCNC47J7NORTTSPXJA74/wat+arun.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865369164-F2AGCM9KAWYGBU1AAT4G/Wat+Arun+Buddas.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865244645-RTTH2JYXBSU5B8A4HZR6/wat+arun+garden.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865251068-HUEQC2DT82ZTSIH0CCY8/Wat+Arun+Pagoda.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865338621-LT53OYGMKGXH26KZMCGZ/Wat+Arun+Prayer.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! 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During the week, we also were able to connect with a Thai language teacher and have a few lessons- mostly learning the basics of ordering food. While it is possible to get along without knowing Thai in the city, there is definitely a barrier, as most Thai people are not fluent enough in English to really share their thoughts and feelings with you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6848a06be55e083f7b5c5162/1760865542870-JSYLO5P1T29JAJWZ524G/Thai+Lessons.jpg Monthly Updates - Our First Weeks in Bangkok! We felt God was telling us to dig in, and started praying about language lessons, however, most of the language schools are designed for full time engagement (classes during the workday), and very few places offered night classes. 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