Being the only cosmopolitan city in the country, Bangkok is the hotspot of Thailand’s culture and commercial activities. It is a great city situated in the delta of central Thailand and 25 km away from the Gulf of Thailand. The city has been a popular tourist destination and primarily hasn't population of about 8 million. Ethnic Thais are regarded as the majority of the population with mostly Chinese people and a minority of Asians.
How to Get There
Bangkok is well connected to the rest of the world by air and people from all over the globe check the flights to reach the city. You can take the popular ‘Bangkok Pattaya Package’ to experience the exotic beach sightings and boat cruises. The city has two airports- Suvarnabhumi Airport in the east and the Don Muang Airport in the north of Bangkok. Most of the flights arrived at the former as it is thoroughly connected to the roads and the railway network of the city. After you reach the airport, you can take the bus from there to your favourite spot on the nearest hotel. Buses can take anywhere in the city as well as to other neighboring islands such as Pattaya, Phuket, and Krabi etc. You will find three major bus terminals in the city- The Northern bus terminal, the Eastern bus terminal and the Southern bus terminal. You can directly book your bus from one of these terminals and avoid the extra cost of travel agents and private buses. There is a vast network of trains which connects Bangkok to the rest of Thailand and also to other neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Malaysia. Hua Lamphong Train Station is the most important station other than the Thonburi Railway Station which is very reliable for local travel.
Weather
The average temperature of Bangkok throughout the year remains between 26° Celsius to 30° Celsius and therefore tourists keep flooding in the city to enjoy the nice warm and sunny weather. It rains only in the monsoon which usually starts from the end of May till September with an annual precipitation of 60 inches. The months from December to February experiences a loss in temperature and humidity levels resulting in a dry season. This period observes the most number of tourists in the city.
Best Time to Visit
Holiday crowd starts arriving from mid-November when the monsoon is drying out and till the end of April when the temperature is warm and ideal. If you visit during this period you can have the privilege to witness the grand festivity of the country- Songkran or the `Thai New Year’. You can also expect the ticket prices to rise during this time due to increased demand.
Places to Visit
- Wat Arun: There are more than 30,000 temples in Bangkok that introduces us to words it's fascinating and rich religious culture. Situated on the bank of Chao Phraya River, Wat Arun or the ‘Temple of Dawn’ is magnificent piece of architecture made of colorful spires.
- The Grand Palace: Unflinchingly, the most important tourist destination in Bangkok is the stunning Grand Palace which was the official residence of king Siam and his family until 1925. This majestic palace still holds many official events what witnessing.
- Sea Life Bangkok: Giving you a glimpse of beautiful nature, Sea Life Bangkok, earlier known as Siam Ocean World, is an aquatic wonderland which is home to so many rare and beautiful species. It is really a fun trip to take on with your family. You can also try out many activities such as Penguin feeding, Diver Underwater Talk and much more.
- Bangkok National Museum: It is the largest museum of Southeast Asia and can be a great experience for you if you want to learn about the history of Thailand. It holds many laser shows and space shows for the knowledge geeks.
- Chatuchak Market: This weekend market opens only for Saturday and Sunday, and is a haven for all the shopping front decks out there. There are more than 15,000 and almost 2,00,000 visitors every day. You can shop anything to everything at very reliable prices.
- Chao Phraya River: Its feels really good to step away from the hustling city and into the calm soothing waters of Chao Phraya River to restore and relish the internal peace and satisfaction. There are Guided boat tours and Dinner cruises also available.
- Jim Thompson House: It is one of the top attractions of the Bangkok which offers insights into the life of the owner Jim Thompson who was American business tycoon. The house offers an elegant dining place as well as a glance of traditional Thailand through its vivid architecture and silk displays.
Accommodation
You will find many luxurious and elegant hotels all throughout the city and that too, at a very affordable price. You can also book yourself thematically designed lodges to suit your pleasure. Among the top hotels of Bangkok, are the Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse and the Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn.
Food Facilities
Bangkok is the city of paradise for all the foodies out there. You can find delicious food practically everywhere you look as it is one of the most famous street food cities. And not only the street food stalls; there are exotic restaurants of all levels in Bangkok that can serve you lip-smacking Thai cuisine and also an extensive range of international cuisine. You can please your food fetish with the ultimate joys of vibrant Thai street food.