Bangkok – The Bustling Capital City of Thailand
Bangkok is one of the main gateways for travel around the country and the region.
It is known for its vibrant nightlife, energetic street markets, and delicious street food.
Towering high rises dwarfing ornate and colourful temples. Traditional Klongs (waterways) alongside packed roads.
Smartly dressed executives walking alongside saffron-robed Buddhist monks, usually with both on their mobile phone.
Obvious opulence and consumer indulgence alongside abject poverty.
The city has become increasingly popular with tourists seeking an exciting cultural experience.
Getting There
Flying time from the UK is 12 hours.
Weatherwise
Hot and humid year-round, with heavy showers usually experienced July to November.
Pleasures
Without a doubt, Bangkok is one of the most charismatic cities in the world. Instant Asia, from the moment you arrive.
It is a city of extreme contrasts, but to many, that is what makes it so fascinating. Exciting, and the nightlife is all you have heard and more, plus with one of the very best restaurant scenes in the region.
Fantastic shopping, either in roadside markets or ultra-modern shopping malls.
Hotel standards are some of the very best. Great sightseeing with so many unique experiences. Try the modern over-rail sky-train which is a great way to explore the city and an alternative to the congested roads.
Realities
Looking at our client comments, 90% absolutely love the city, 10% don’t – with nothing in-between. It is busy, hot and (at times) rather pungent, and in places totally in your face authentic. It has a sleazy side, but this is easily avoidable.
Interesting Facts
1. Bangkok is the most populous city in Thailand with an estimated population of over 8 million people.
2. Bangkok was established in 1782 by King Rama I and became Thailand’s capital city shortly after.
3. Bangkok is known as the “City of Angels” because its full name is ‘Krungthepmahanakhon Amonrattanakosin Mahintharayuthaya Mahadilokphop Noppharatratchathaniburirom Udomratchaniwetmahasathan Amonphimanawatansathit Sakkathattiyawitsansathit’ which roughly translates to ‘Great City of Angels, Grand Palace and Divine Shelter for Impartial Visitation, Place of Nine Precious Gems and Abode for Delightful Kings’!
4. Fact 3 gives Bangkok the longest place name in the world with a total of 168 letters!
5. Bangkok has more than 15,000 street food vendors who serve up delicious Thai delicacies on their carts every day!
6. There are over 400 Buddhist temples throughout Bangkok that are worth visiting if you’re looking for some architectural beauty or spiritual enlightenment!
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