World famous cities – Bangkok
Bangkok is one of the major cities in Southeast Asia economically. It is growing fast, some say too fast. It now includes the Thon Buri area, once the capital of Siam, and the combined area is now commonly known as Krung Thep Mahanakhon. It is the capital city of Thailand and home to more than 6.5 million people. The metropolitan area is by far the largest in the country and has an estimated population of over 11 million.
It is the commercial center of Thailand and the wider area of Southeast Asia. There are two main sectors that contribute most of the income of the Thai economy. It is characterized by a tropical climate that remains humid most of the year. The city experiences alternating periods of dry and wet seasons. Juxtaposed with high-end and grit side by side, something you don’t normally see in most Western cities, face it!
It is becoming a hub for quality music in Asia, an extensive list of music venues, clubs, DJs, artists and music events. It is famous for its temples, the Grand Palace, as well as some of the largest shopping malls in Asia and the largest open-air weekend market in Asia (Chatuchak). It is highly regarded for its wide variety of restaurants, from authentic street eateries to various fine dining establishments. It is a paradise for gourmets. The most authentic, fresh and best quality food is found in the ubiquitous stalls scattered throughout its bustling streets.
It’s a shopper’s heaven. Don’t worry about sleeping, there’s plenty of time for that once you board the flight home. It is a beautiful city and Thailand is a wonderful country. I have been there and I can say that the people are warm and friendly. It is a city of extremes and superlatives, a city that does not leave you with too much indifference. Recently declared the hottest city in the world by the World Meteorological Organization, it also boasts the longest name -Krung-thep-maha-nakorn-boborn-ratana-kosin mahintar-ayudhya-amaha-dilok-pop-nopa-ratana-rajthani -burirom-udom-rajniwes-mahasatarn-amorn-pimarn-avatar-satit-sakattiya-visanukam.
Bangkok is said to be the 22nd most populous city in the world with a population of around 11 million including its own and surrounding areas, the best time to visit is during the months of May, June and September when the city is in is less crowded. It’s more like work. It’s kind of a catchphrase. It is not just a city to visit briefly on your way to another place. It is a place so rich in experiences that you will want to visit it again and again.
It is rightly considered the most affordable city of all for airfare and is now widely accepted as Asia’s premier air hub. Considering the savings you can make on other things during your stay here, it may be an ideal opportunity to experience the most opulent accommodation available at any Hip Hotel Bangkok or Sukhumvit Hotel, the TENFACE Suite. It is a city to overload the senses. The streets are filled with tuk-tuks (motorized tricycles) and occasionally elephants weaving their way through the congested traffic. It is, shall we say, a mecca for Buddhist temples. From the famous Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho to the Giant Swing outside Wat Suthat, you could spend weeks in the city and not take it all in.
It is a popular tourist destination. We try to offer you the most suitable accommodation in hotels, pensions, apartments and hostels on this website. It’s a foodie’s paradise, from the unfathomable victuals of China Town to world-class international cuisine and some of the best street food on the planet. The most authentic, fresh and best quality food is found in the ubiquitous stalls scattered throughout its bustling streets.
Gurmit loves to travel; He has been to Bangkok many times. His favorite is Thai Foot Message at the airport. He is an author, speaker, and mortgage expert.
