Overview
Bangkok is an Amazing city of cultural confluence of traditional Thai and the Contemporary western flavors. Bangkok is the amalgamation of rich heritage of past with the new, trendy and modern day culture of the present day. The capital city of Thailand is one of the most important cities in Asia. Bangkok – ‘city of the deity’ was a small trading post on the river Chao Pharaya during the Ayutthaya kingdom. It gained prominence and recognition in 1768 Siam, when it was given the status as the capital city after the burning of Ayutthaya.
Today’s Bangkok is a modern city with tall concrete skyscrapers, flying sky trains, fast moving traffic, top class shopping centers and much famed nightlife. The city has contrasting elements of rich cultural heritage sites which still constitute a major part of Bangkok’s tourism. One can find perfect solace here in the monasteries. Bangkok is an ultimate modern metropolitan city which still manages to hold its past and its rich heritage. The city corrupts and purifies soul simultaneously.
The traditional way of Thai living is still practiced in Bangkok. Every morning the monks from the Buddhist monasteries come out for alms which is an age old practice and the policy of ‘sa•nuk’ (the Thai word for ‘fun’) is still followed with zest. The old heritage monuments and temples are interspersed among the concrete jungle of urban conglomeration. The glitz and sinful nightlife of the city makes it a nefarious city where immoral desires are fulfilled.
Visit the old Ayutthaya, see the ancient well conserved historical monuments of Thailand and get lost in the old folklores and tales of the glorious kings and their kingdoms. Also check out the modern man made attractions like Dreamy World or hop in to ride one of the sky trains. Check out the local shopping malls or simply let your hair down in a nightclub. Bangkok is one stop destination of fun and enjoyment.
Things to do in Bangkok
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Samutprakan Crocodile Farm Tour
The crocodile Farm is the world’s largest crocodile breeding farm where nearly ten thousand crocodiles are present. The crocodile Farm is also famous for its conservation, breeding and educational and research methods and programs. Here you can see many amazing shows like the Crocodile Wrestling and will be stunned to see the keepers putting their heads into crocodile’s mouth. You can also see Acrobatic elephant shows or you can enjoy camel and elephant rides and paddle boat ride in the lake. You can also see the mischievous monkeys at the Monkey Playground. You will have lots of fun here.
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Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise on Sharing Basis
Spend a romantic evening in Bangkok enjoying the Chaophraya River Cruise. The Chaophraya River Cruise is highly rated and offers you a great experience comprising of entertainment and fine buffet dinning. The buffet dinner comprises of the finest culinary delicacies. Onboard entertainment includes live band performance and professional singers will make your evening memorable. The Chaophraya River cruise is a must do activity in Bangkok. The Chaophraya cruise will be a great experience for you and you will enjoy each and every moment of it.
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Siam Park City Tour only Ticket
The Siam Park City is a popular amusement park of Bangkok. The amusement park boasts of many thrilling rides, fun activities and lots of entertainment. The park is spread in 120 acres and is known as the largest theme and water park in Southeast Asia. The park offers wide variety of activities for different groups of visitors. The giant wave pool is the biggest in the world and is registered in the Guinness World Records. The X-Zone or Xtreme Zone is renowned for the Vortex, which is one of the largest roller coasters in the world. Boomerang is another thrilling joyride. The Giant Drop is the highest in southeast Asia. The Fantasy World is full of amusement and entertainment for the kids. Enjoy some thrilling rides or simply enjoy at the water park, whatever you do, you will surely have a wonderful time.
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Tiger Temple, Floating Market And River Kwai Tour on Sharing
The Tiger Temple also known as the Wat Pha Luang Ta Bua is a forest temple which was built in 1994 as a part of wild life conservation efforts in western Thailand. Today nearly 90 tigers are present in this temple looked after and cared by the Buddhist monks and team of trained international staff. The Tiger Temple is a highly popular tourist attraction of Thailand visited by lots of visitors. Here you can get close to the tiger and pat them and hug them. You can feed the tiger cubs and play with them. You can bath the adult tigers and feed them. You can also get your pictures clicked with these magnificent and ferocious animals. The Tiger Temple will be a great experience for you. Here you can see black bear, water buffalos, deers, Elephants and many more in their natural settings. You will visit the traditional Thai floating market of Damnoen Saduak and will admire the unique floating market. You will also visit the iconic bridge on River Kwai also known as the Deathbridge. Enjoy the tour and admire the stunning natural beauty of this region.
Samutprakan Crocodile Farm Tour
The crocodile Farm is the world’s largest crocodile breeding farm where nearly ten thousand crocodiles are present. The crocodile Farm is also famous for its conservation, breeding and educational and research methods and programs. Here you can see many amazing shows like the Crocodile Wrestling and will be stunned to see the keepers putting their heads into crocodile’s mouth. You can also see Acrobatic elephant shows or you can enjoy camel and elephant rides and paddle boat ride in the lake. You can also see the mischievous monkeys at the Monkey Playground. You will have lots of fun here.
Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise on Sharing Basis
Spend a romantic evening in Bangkok enjoying the Chaophraya River Cruise. The Chaophraya River Cruise is highly rated and offers you a great experience comprising of entertainment and fine buffet dinning. The buffet dinner comprises of the finest culinary delicacies. Onboard entertainment includes live band performance and professional singers will make your evening memorable. The Chaophraya River cruise is a must do activity in Bangkok. The Chaophraya cruise will be a great experience for you and you will enjoy each and every moment of it.
Siam Park City Tour only Ticket
The Siam Park City is a popular amusement park of Bangkok. The amusement park boasts of many thrilling rides, fun activities and lots of entertainment. The park is spread in 120 acres and is known as the largest theme and water park in Southeast Asia. The park offers wide variety of activities for different groups of visitors. The giant wave pool is the biggest in the world and is registered in the Guinness World Records. The X-Zone or Xtreme Zone is renowned for the Vortex, which is one of the largest roller coasters in the world. Boomerang is another thrilling joyride. The Giant Drop is the highest in southeast Asia. The Fantasy World is full of amusement and entertainment for the kids. Enjoy some thrilling rides or simply enjoy at the water park, whatever you do, you will surely have a wonderful time.
Tiger Temple, Floating Market And River Kwai Tour on Sharing
The Tiger Temple also known as the Wat Pha Luang Ta Bua is a forest temple which was built in 1994 as a part of wild life conservation efforts in western Thailand. Today nearly 90 tigers are present in this temple looked after and cared by the Buddhist monks and team of trained international staff. The Tiger Temple is a highly popular tourist attraction of Thailand visited by lots of visitors. Here you can get close to the tiger and pat them and hug them. You can feed the tiger cubs and play with them. You can bath the adult tigers and feed them. You can also get your pictures clicked with these magnificent and ferocious animals. The Tiger Temple will be a great experience for you. Here you can see black bear, water buffalos, deers, Elephants and many more in their natural settings. You will visit the traditional Thai floating market of Damnoen Saduak and will admire the unique floating market. You will also visit the iconic bridge on River Kwai also known as the Deathbridge. Enjoy the tour and admire the stunning natural beauty of this region.
Weather of
Bangkok
Bangkok has a tropical climate and has a warm and stuffy climate with high humidity level. March to May see temperature above 35°C on average and sometimes even crosses 40°C mark. This is the most painful season to visit Bangkok as travelling and sightseeing becomes a challenge. Wear light cotton clothes and drink lots of fluids. From end of May to October heavy torrential monsoon rains hit Bangkok, resulting in flooding in some parts of the city. However, afternoon showers bring a respite from the intense heat but humidity is really troublesome. Carrying an umbrella is necessary while raincoats will make you stuffy and uncomfortable. From November to March, Bangkok’s climate is pleasant and this is the best time to enjoy Bangkok however, this also means you have to jostle with plenty of tourists and finding accommodation and flights may prove a tension unless you don’t book it atleast six months in advance.
Food of
Bangkok
The Thai Cuisine is renowned globally ad incorporates five basic tastes – sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty. Some common ingredients used in Thai cuisine include garlic, chillies, lime juice, lemon grass, and fish sauce. Bangkok boasts a stunning 50,000 places to eat and not only Thai restaurants, but a wide selection of world-class international cuisine is available. The Sukhumvit has the best restaurants of Bangkok and here you will find French, Mexican, Italian, Lebanese and Vietnamese cuisine. There are plenty of vegetarian restaurants present in the more tourist-friendly parts of town. Vegetarian dishes are also readily available on the menus of regular restaurants. Ask for "jay" food to leave the meat out of the dish. Try the Pad Thai, one of Thailand’s national dishes, stir-fried rice noodles with eggs, fish sauce, tamarind juice and red chilli pepper. Try the Tom yam Kung is a sour soup with prawns, lemongrass and galangal and is very spicy. The place to go to for Chinese food is Yaowarat. Soi Phadung Dao is the best street for huge seafood restaurants. Phahurat, Bangkok's Little India, has some decent Indian restaurants.
Best Time to Visit
Bangkok
Bangkok is located in the tropical region and remains warm year round. The climate is warm and humid most of the year. Best time to visit Bangkok is in between the months of November to March. The temperature hovers around 30°C and nights are even cooler. This is the best time to explore the city and enjoy the attractions of Bangkok. However, only downside is the volume of tourist that rush in from all parts of the world and you may have to jostle with place and bear the crowd while exploring. Hotels and flights may give you tension but you can avoid all of these by booking in advance.
How to Reach
Bangkok
By Air: Bangkok is well connected by air to the rest of the world. Competition is tough between various airlines operating flights to and from Bangkok. Bangkok is well connected with major Southeast Asian cities and often long European flights to the Far East make transition stop in Bangkok. Thai Airways is the national carrier and is quite renowned for its in-flight services and hospitality. There are many low cost airlines operating regular flights to and from Bangkok from Southeast Asian countries.