Bangkok is a cultural experience as well as an exciting up-to-date metropolis. The visitor can decide whether to explore the charming old temples or to have a look at the huge
street markets.
For a spicy taste of Thailand we have selected the best
places to visit in Bangkok, a trusted guide to the city's hot spots and to the attractions you shouldn't miss.
1. Grand PalaceGrand Palace is located on the eastern banks of the
Chao Phraya River, covering around 218400 sq mts. Other sides of the palace are secured by a defensive wall which is 1900 mts in length...
> Read more2. Temple of the Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun is a
Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is located on the western banks of the river
Chao Phraya, in the Yai district. It is also known as ‘
Temple of the dawn’, as the first sun-rays in the morning get reflected from the surface of the temple...
> Read more
3. Chatuchak Market
The
Chatuchak Market in Bangkok is the largest market in
Thailand as well as in the world. The credit for setting up the market goes to the field-marshal
Plaek Phibulsongkram, Thailand’s late prime minister...
> Read more
4. Chao Phraya River
The
Chao Phraya River is a prominent river of
Bangkok. The translation of its name in English is ‘
General’ or ‘
Lord’. Many times it is also referred to as ‘
River of Kings’...
> Read more
5. Jim Thompson House
Over four-hundred people daily visit the dwelling of
Jim Thompson, which is situated along a canal in
Bangkok. It also serves as a museum...
> Read more6. Temple of the Emerald Buddha7. Suan Lum Night Bazar8. Bung Sam Lan Lake9. Chinatown10. Flower marketSee more about
Best Places to visit in the world
Home > Asia > Thailand > Bangkok > Landmarks and Historic sites > Best Places
