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The Thais call their capital “Krung Tep Nagoné Macha, meaning the city of angels, the great capital, or, in short, Krungtep. Bangkok (” Palace of the Gods, built by the gods in the sky “) is a city with the longest name in the world. It was founded in the late 17 th century by King Rama I.. The city combines the respect of ancient traditions and the influence of industrial progress. Bangkok is located in the plains of rivers and canals, by what is known as the Venice of the East. A portion of the canal was razed to build roads and skyscrapers, you can still make a boat trip on those who remain.

Bangkok is the only city in Thailand metered taxis. If the meter is not available, you should discuss the cost of the trip in advance. Tuk-tuk is the most common means of transport in Bangkok. This is a motor vehicle with a sofa for passengers. When driving it is hard to imitate the sound for which he received his name. The rate is negotiated in advance and must hold firm to the end of the trip.

Attractions in Bangkok

Some people think the city is a tedious and dusty. But if you decide not only waste time in the hotel room and take a trip (on foot), all doubts disappear. There are many places to visit, accessible from one of the best hotels in Bangkok, more than 400 temples, and outside you can see the historical monuments. During the visit the royal palaces and temples are asked to remove their shoes, clothing must conform to certain standards with her skirt covering the knees, pants, shoulders covered. At the entrance of each temple can rent clothing.

Buyers can expect to be held in Bangkok. In fact, it can take years in malls, markets and shops. In addition to the memories that you can always buy Thai silk, jewelry, teak wood, ceramic and bronze.

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha

The Royal Palace is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaev), representing the main religious building in Bangkok. A 60 centimeter Emerald Buddha is revered as Thailand’s main sanctuary. It is made from a single piece of jade, and the clothes are pure gold. In fact, three of the Buddhas and one of them is displayed depending on the season. In the throne of the royal palace a few rooms are open to the public (08 hours daily 30-15:30), some are still used to receive foreign delegations.

Temple of the Reclining Buddha (daily 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) is the largest and most famous of Bangkok, was built in the late 17 – early 18 centuries. This is a statue 46 meters high Golden Buddha lying at the feet of beads which is represented throughout the kingdom of Thailand. Facing it is the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), lined with ceramic tile applications. The best time to visit is at night when the lights pagoda 82 meters with light bulbs in spring and summer there are light shows, which tells in Thai and English on the history of the temple.

Democracy Monument was erected in honor of the events of early 1990 when the country experienced a military coup. At that time, civil society took over the army, for the first time in Thai history.

Bangkok, visitors can see
National Palace Museum Vimanmek, floating markets, the house of Jim Thompson, Chatuchak Market, Lumpini Park, the Dusit Zoo, Rose Garden, Forest Samphran, Wat Arun, Siam Park (water park).

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