Destination Guide to Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok is a brilliant city and is the capital of Thailand. It boasts of being the largest city in Asia with a cosmopolitan background. Tourists will love the city, thanks to the variety in its cultural, spiritual background and friendly approach extended by the locals. The proximity of hotels in Bangkok to tourist attractions is another advantage.

Tourists who are first timers will surely appreciate the discipline and neatness the city extends. The public transport system is cheap and one can travel from one part of the city at an affordable price. If you do not want to get stuck up in the traffic in the car, then the best option is to opt for public buses that ply through Bangkok. Check out the sky train which has eased the traffic considerably and you will also be able to get an aerial view of the city. If you love the sea, then you will surely enjoy the boat rides. One should not miss out the trip in a Tuk Tuk.

Bangkok has to its credit many historical and cultural attractions. If you make hotel bookings in advance, you will be able to identify cheap hotels in Bangkok, where you need not have to pay exorbitant rates.

The old city of Bangkok is worth visiting as it has some beautiful temples with beautiful arts and architecture. The Grand Palace is the biggest work of art. Buddha is worshipped in this city and if you want to catch a reclining image of the peaceful Buddha, then don’t miss out visiting Wat Pho. If you love paintings and art, then check out the Museum of Siam and the National Museum that houses beautiful works of historic art. The Lumpini Park is a superb getaway park and one can relax here after a hectic day of tour.

The people of Bangkok love their rich tradition and culture and this is reflected in the way they celebrate their festivals and traditions with pomp and splendor. Festivals here are declared as public holiday and if you happen to be in this flamboyant cit during these times, you will surely enjoy every minute of your stay.

Songkran is the official New Year of Bangkok that falls in the month of April.  If you love wine and drinks, then make sure you are there for the Thai Beer festival which is held in the month of October, wherein the local breweries come out with exotic drinks and wine. There are stalls selling local food, handicrafts and other stuff. The kite flying festival, the ploughing ceremony and Royal Barges Procession are other festivals that are enjoyed by the locals as well as tourists.

If you love Thai food, then you are sure to love the mouth watering delicacies that are prepared here by the local restaurants and dine outs. The restaurants have a fantastic range of foods which is prepared by adding the local spices.  Depending on your food styles, tourists can get their foods specially made. Shrimps, rice with green and red chillies, coconut soups are a part of the central cuisine.

The hotels also serve spicy foods which include som tam, Laab and other spicy rice delicacies. There are specific areas in Bangkok that cater to northern dishes. Chinatown is a place that sells roadside food like noodles. If you want to taste Indian food, then check out the Phra Athit road.