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The
Thais call Bangkok ‘Krungthep’ meaning the City
of Angels. The two-century old capital of Thailand was founded
by King Rama I. It is now a big city like any other modern
city in the world. Nevertheless there is a fascinating mixture
of East and West here.
While in Bangkok, visitors should not miss going to the
Grand Palace, National Museum, temples and Jim Thomson’s
House to get in touch with the subtleties of Thai culture.
High-rise buildings, first class hotels and shopping centers
cram the major business and entertainment centers like Pratunam,
Silom, and Sukhumvit.
Other great places to shop are Siam Square, China Town,
Chatuchak (the Weekend Market), and Bang Lumphu (pronounced
Bang-lam-poo, where Kao Sarn Road is located). Panthip Plaza
is the computer maniacs center of Bangkok.
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It
is worth getting out of the city to do some other sightseeing.
Crocodile Farms, the Ancient City of Muang Boran, the Rose
Garden and the Floating Market are among the top choices.
Dining in Bangkok is a joy: inexpensive, delicious and a fiesta
for the senses. There is probably nowhere on earth that offers
the variety and quality of Bangkok’s many restaurants,
noodle shops and cafes.
Do try some of the noodle stalls on the streets: unlike many
other places, Thai street food is delicious and safe to eat.
Learning how to dive in Bangkok is quite possible. All the
dive centers in the city have pool and classroom training
session and the trip to the nearest dive site in the sea,
Pattaya, is 2 and a half hours away. |
