Bangkok, Bangkok Thailand
(Bangkok is also known as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon)
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Bangkok Tourism & Travel Guide
Bangkok is the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand. Known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, meaning "city of angels" for short, it was a small trading post at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River during the Ayutthaya Kingdom. It came to the forefront of Siam when it was given the status as the capital city in 1768 after the burning of Ayutthaya. However, the current Rattanakosin Kingdom did not begin until 1782 when the capital was moved across the river by Rama ...
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Things to do in Bangkok
The National Museum, BangkokThe National Museum houses the largest collection of Thai art and artifacts in the country. It's definitely worth a ...More »
The Grand Palace, BangkokThe Grand Palace was built in 1782 by King Rama I who established Bangkok as Thailand’s new...More »
Jim Thompsons House, BangkokJim Thompson is probably the most mysterious. An American serviceman attached to the O.S.S., he settled in Thailand ...More »
Patpong Night Market, BangkokPatpong is a main nightlife attraction in Bangkok for tourists...More »
Wat Phra Kaew, BangkokWat Pra Kaew was built to house the Emerald Buddha which was returned to Thailand after Thai...More »
Places Around Bangkok
Wat Chai Wattanaram, AyutthayaSet across the river, facing the inner city, this royal temple boasts one of the most elaborate interpretations of t...More »
Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, AyutthayaThis two-storey museum houses most of the excavated artifacts from Wat Ratchaburana and other temples across Ayuttha...More »
Wat Phra Si Sanphet, AyutthayaServing as the Royal Monastery from 1350 to 1448, the temple occupies expansive grounds inside the walls of the now-...More »
Wat Yai Chaimongkol, AyutthayaOne of the best-preserved ancient royal monasteries, situated just before the eastern entrance to the inner city, th...More »
Wat Phuttai Sawan, AyutthayaBuilt during the reign of King U-Thong (1351–1369), the temple’s principal prang is clearly visible acro...More »
Hotels in Bangkok
InterContinental Bangkok, Siam
The modern InterContinental Bangkok offers luxurious accommodations in Pathumwan, just 220 yards from Chitlom BTS Skytra...More »
Shama Sukhumvit Serviced Apartment, Sukhumvit
Housed in a modern building with floor-to-ceiling windows, Shama Sukhumvit Serviced Apartments is in Sukhumvit 2. It fea...More »
Urbana Langsuan, Bangkok, Siam
Urbana Langsuan, Bangkok is in Bangkok, half a mile from Central World Plaza. It features an infinity swimming pool, fit...More »
The Landmark Bangkok, Sukhumvit
With the Nana BTS Skytrain Station at its doorstep, The Landmark features spacious luxury accommodations with Bangkok Ci...More »
Fraser Suites Sukhumvit - Bangkok, Wattana
On the lively street Sukhumvit 11, Fraser Suites Sukhumvit - Bangkok provides luxurious apartments with modern facilitie...More »
Budget Hotels Bangkok
Rambuttri Village Plaza, Bangkok
Surrounded by culture and activity, Rambuttri Village Plaza is located in Bangkok’s historic Rattanakosin District, a ...More »
Khaosan Palace Hotel, Bangkok
Surrounded by historic attractions and entertainment options, Khaosan Palace Hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodatio...More »
Baan Chart, Bangkok
A 2-minute walk from the bustling Khaosan Road and various entertainment options, Baan Chart offers comfortable rooms wi...More »
Old Bangkok Inn, Bangkok
Furnished with Thai golden teak, the Old Bangkok Inn offers rooms that are individually appointed with heirloom furnitur...More »
New World City Hotel, Bangkok
New World City Hotel is conveniently located in central Bangkok, a 10 minute walk from Banglamphu Shopping Area and Khao...More »