Bangkok City Guide

Over centuries, Bangkok has been the capital of Thailand and established itself as the cultural center of the whole country. Not only is Bangkok the center of country heritages, but the city is also the hub of educational, economic, business, manufacturer industry, and tourism industry. Bangkok, also known as “Krung Thep” which means the City of Angels, is now the resident of approximately 10 million people and considered one of the biggest cities in the world and the most highly visited cities in Southeast Asia. Bangkok is abundant with friendly people, precious heritages, and charming tourist attractions, including historical place, modern architecture, and natural beauty. The city locates the well-known water way travel along its river; once the city is known as the Eastern Venice. In the land lies with various beautiful temples which turn into the popular tourist spots, such as the Royal Grand Palace, temple of Emerald Buddha, etc.

Where to go

Temple of the Reclining Buddha

Many temples in Thailand show the country’s unique identity, wonderful architecture, and worthy cultural heritages. The Temple of Relining Buddha or Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chetuphon is the largest temple with 20 acres in Bangkok and is technically the oldest too because it was built around 200 years. However, the high light of the temple is the Buddha image itself; the enormous golden reclining Buddha lies in the temple with 46 meters long and 15 meters high. There are 108 auspicious characteristics of the true Buddha at the feet of the Buddha image.

China Town

Many temples in Thailand show the country’s unique identity, wonderful architecture, and worthy cultural heritages. The Temple of Relining Buddha or Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chetuphon is the largest temple with 20 acres in Bangkok and is technically the oldest too because it was built around 200 years. However, the high light of the temple is the Buddha image itself; the enormous golden reclining Buddha lies in the temple with 46 meters long and 15 meters high. There are 108 auspicious characteristics of the true Buddha at the feet of the Buddha image.

Khao San Road

The crowded Khao San Road is always filled with many foreign tourists coming from around the world. Located in the central Bangkok, this charming Khao San Road are decorated with the colorfulness of nightlife, clubs and a number of hotels, guesthouses and fine accommodation. A wide range of mouthwatering menus are also available here both Thai local food and international food. Moreover, this road is also a haven on earth for any shopping lovers; fashion tailors and cloth shops are scattered everywhere to welcome every visitors. At night, the road is even more crowded with many visitors overflowing to this sleepless road. The peak travel season is the Khao San Road Songkarn Festival in April when everyone here enjoys watering each others who attend this festival in the hottest month of Thailand.