Welcome
to Bangkok Thailand The hub of the business world in
Thailand, Bangkok is one of the most pleasant cities in
the world, due to its friendly people. The capital of
Thailand, its charm stems from the social climate and
the tolerance to other cultures that so typically,
characterizes the entire country.
To make your trip enjoyable and exciting to the great extent, we
pleasantly provide useful travel guide to the city including detail
map, shopping guide, sightseeing guide, transportation, tips & info
etc...
The soaring roofs and gleaming spires of the Grand Palace and the
city’s many historic temples - Temple of the Emerald Buddha,
Temple of Dawn and other evocative shrines - present the visitor
with a picture of medieval Oriental wonder; the very stuff of
Eastern fairytales.
The influence of the past and the enduring threads of the social
fabric are not limited to the static. They continue to pervade daily
life. Files of saffron-robed monks making their early morning alms
round, for example, present an image unaltered in essentials by the
passing of time. Today's backdrop of highrise buildings serve only
to emphasize the exotic and timeless scene, while the city draws
definition from it.
Indeed, there is much to discover, and in addition to the city's
most famous monuments there are numerous lesser known sights of
great interest. The Chapel of the Emerald Buddha, which enshrines
the national palladium, rightly tops the sightseeing list, numbers
more than 400 temples, many of which have their own fascination.
A similar selection can be made with museums. The National Museum
is excellent and comprehensive, but as impressive in their own way
are the Jim Thompson House, Vimanmek Mansion and Suan Pakkad Palace,
all of which house fine art collections within noteworthy settings.
Not least, cruising the Chao Phraya river and the remaining canals
which once made the "Venice of the East" offers a glimpse of
traditional riverine lifestyles, affording insights into the history
and character of this wondrous city
Entertainment is plentiful, and shopping a pleasure. There are
many worthwhile Buddhist Temples to see and the Palace is a popular
spot. The floating markets are a photographer's dream and one can
take a boat trip up the Chao Phraya River that runs through the
heart of the city.
As to the weather Bangkok's temperature averages around the low
to mid 30's almost year round. The heaviest rains fall in September
and October but as with all of Thailand, the rain is hardly worth
worrying about, as the sun is sure to poke its head out between
refreshingly cool showers or spectacular thunderstorms. During the
'rainy season' accommodation and package rates are often a lot less
than at other times of the year.
