Bangkok is one of the most cultural and vibrant cities in the world. Hugely popular as a city to travel to, Bangkok is a must see for those interested in culture, those who want to shop till they drop, those who want a beach holiday in beautiful surroundings and those who want a city that comes alive at night.
Things to do and see:
- Culture – You cannot visit the Thailand without visiting the Temples and Bangkok has some of the most beautiful. Wat Phra Kaeo (The Emerald Buddha) which is located within the grounds of the great palace and Wat Arun (The Temple Of The Dawn) are among them. It is advisable to visit the temples early in the morning and to remember to be fully covered, no shorts or revealing tops are allowed in the sacred temples.
-Shopping. At the floating market which has become infamous in Bangkok, you can travel along the river in a boat and stop to shop aboard the floating boats and ships of market traders. You can also shop for copy goods at Sukhumvit or at the Night Plaza in Patpong.
- Thai Boxing - Thailand is famous for its boxing and if you get a chance you should go and see a match. The two main stadiums to head to are The Ratchadamnoen Stadium and the Lumpini Stadium.
- Nature - Visit The Snake Farm which gives tours on snakes, gives details on how to handle snakes if you come into contact with one, the different types of snakes and how venom is made. If snakes are not your thing, you could instead try The Crocodile Farm which is home to over 60,000 fresh and seaweed crocodiles.
Getting there: The airport is located about 30 minutes outside of downtown Bangkok where most hotels are located. You can take a taxi for this journey which costs around 300-400 Baht or you can take a train which costs around 100 Bahts. There is also a bus service which connects the airport with the town, this is a cheap and reliable option and the service departs around every 30 minutes.
Location and weather:
Bangkok is located in the South of Thailand and has a tropical climate with hot weather, high humidity and frequent monsoons. The rainy season is typically between May and October and the best time to visit is between November and April.
Top tip: The Ancient City is a great place to visit, especially if short on time. It is the largest outdoor museum in the world set in 280 acres. The museum itself is set out in the shape of Thailand and has enormous replicas of Thailand’s greatest buildings.
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