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
Jim Thompsons House, BangkokJim Thompson is probably the most mysterious. An American serviceman attached to the O.S.S., he settled in Thailand ...More »
The Grand Palace, BangkokThe Grand Palace was built in 1782 by King Rama I who established Bangkok as Thailand’s new...More »
Wat Phra Kaew, BangkokWat Pra Kaew was built to house the Emerald Buddha which was returned to Thailand after Thai...More »
The National Museum, BangkokThe National Museum houses the largest collection of Thai art and artifacts in the country. It's definitely worth a ...More »
Patpong Night Market, BangkokPatpong is a main nightlife attraction in Bangkok for tourists...More »
Places Around Bangkok
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 »
Buddha Face Tree Wat Phra Mahathat, AyutthayaBuilt in 1374 at the start of the Ayutthaya era, Wat Mahathat...More »
Thai Boat Museum, AyutthayaAyutthaya is home to Thailand’s most skilled boat builders. In the past, the city had more klongs (canals) tha...More »
Ayutthaya Historical Park, AyutthayaThe Ayutthaya Historical Park was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1991. The park ...More »
Hotels in Bangkok
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 »
Fraser Suites Sukhumvit - Bangkok, Wattana
On the lively street Sukhumvit 11, Fraser Suites Sukhumvit - Bangkok provides luxurious apartments with modern facilitie...More »
Hotel Muse Bangkok Langsuan - MGallery Collection, Siam
A short walk from Chidlom BTS Skytrain Station and Central Chidlom mall, Hotel Muse Bangkok Langsuan - MGallery Collecti...More »
Rongratana Executive Residence, Siam
Rongratana Executive features 5-star residences with well-equipped kitchens and home entertainment systems. Offering fre...More »
Grande Centre Point Hotel & Residence Sukhumvit Terminal 21, Sukhumvit
This hotel and residence offers the convenience of direct access to the Sukhumvit MRT and Asoke BTS train stations. Prov...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 »
Le Fenix Sukhumvit, Wattana
Le Fenix offers reasonably-priced accommodations in lively Sukhumvit, near popular entertainment and shopping spots. It ...More »
U Place Bangkok, Bangkok
A 5-minute walk from Tewes Market, U Place offers a pleasant contrast from the heritage temples in Bangkok’s historic ...More »
Old Bangkok Inn, Bangkok
Furnished with Thai golden teak, the Old Bangkok Inn offers rooms that are individually appointed with heirloom furnitur...More »