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 »
Wat Phra Kaew, BangkokWat Pra Kaew was built to house the Emerald Buddha which was returned to Thailand after Thai...More »
Patpong Night Market, BangkokPatpong is a main nightlife attraction in Bangkok for tourists...More »
Places Around Bangkok
Ayutthaya Historical Park, AyutthayaThe Ayutthaya Historical Park was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1991. The park ...More »
Wat Phananchoeng, AyutthayaThis monastery is located just south of Ayutthaya city on the...More »
Wat Phuttai Sawan, AyutthayaBuilt during the reign of King U-Thong (1351–1369), the temple’s principal prang is clearly visible acro...More »
Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, AyutthayaConstructed during the reign of King Prasat Thong (1629-1656), this riverside palace complex (20km south of Ayutthay...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 »
Hotels in Bangkok
Dream Bangkok, Wattana
A 5 minute walk from Sukhumvit MRT station, Dream Bangkok is on Sukhumvit 15. It offers a rooftop swimming pool, spa and...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 »
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 »
Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri Hotel And Residence, Siam
Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri Hotel And Residence is in central Bangkok, a 15-minute walk from Central World. It featu...More »
The Landmark Bangkok, Sukhumvit
With the Nana BTS Skytrain Station at its doorstep, The Landmark features spacious luxury accommodations with Bangkok Ci...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 »
Villa Cha-Cha, Bangkok
Located in the Banglampu shopping area, Villa Cha-Cha is a short walk from the lively Khaosan Road. Featuring modern Tha...More »
Old Bangkok Inn, Bangkok
Furnished with Thai golden teak, the Old Bangkok Inn offers rooms that are individually appointed with heirloom furnitur...More »
Asia Hotel Bangkok, Siam
Directly connected to Ratchathewi BTS Skytrain Station, Asia Hotel Bangkok has an outdoor pool and 6 dining options. 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 »