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Bangkok
Bangkok, capital of Thailand and one of Asia's
most dynamic cities, is the heart and soul of the country.
This frantic and steamy tropical city offers surprises at
every turn. Gleaming skyscrapers, glittering temples,
colourful street markets, sophisticated shopping malls,
bustling nightlife, and a vibrancy which reflects the
incredible economic growth of the last few years.
A
booming, modern capital, Bangkok still manages to retain its
unique Siamese heritage in the wonderful food, culture,
exotic architecture, Buddhist tolerance and Thai
hospitality. The new "Skytrain" a symbol of Bangkok's rapid
development, provides not only a convenient way to get
around the main areas, but also some great views over a
capital in constant change.
No longer the "Venice of the East" nor the city of
Angels, Bangkok is, without doubt, one of the most exciting
cities in the world. A trip to Thailand would not be
complete without at least one visit....
Food
Thailand is justifiably famous for its wonderful
food, and Bangkok is the place to find Thai
specialities from all over the country. Spicy salads from
the North east, curries from central Thailand, seafood from
the south. From sophisticated air-conditioned restaurants to
roadside noodle stalls, you'll find food is everywhere!
Yearn for food from your own country? No problem, you'll
find it here. Swedish, Irish, Korean, Japanese, the list is
endless. If you want to learn the secrets of Thai cooking,
you can take cooking classes.
Click here to read more about Thai Cuisine at
Bangkok.com.........
Floating
markets
Cruise along the Chao Phraya river for a
glimpse of a fascinating lifestyle. The network of "klongs"
(canals) which once made Bangkok the “Venice of the East”
are not as numerous as before, but the river still remains
an important part of Bangkok. Tours leave daily along the
canals. No trip to Bangkok would be complete without a visit
to the famous floating
markets, located on the edge of the city and a trip
to see a noisy bout of Thai boxing, or 'Muay Thai,'
considered the ultimate form of hand-to-hand fighting among
all the martial arts.
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