Bangkok, The City of Angels

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is a combination of tradition and modernity. This city has its unique sights such as magnificent temples, historic markets, skyscrapers and various bars. This city has become one of the most famous tourist hubs in the world. In this article, we will discuss about the most beautiful attractions in this city.

Thailand is one of the most touristic countries in the world. This country with the official name of the Kingdom of Thailand and the former name of Siam is located on the peninsula of India and China. This country is geographically located in Southeast Asia and borders four countries: Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Laos. Thailand with an area of 513,120 km² has a population of over 71 million people. Thailand has a tropical climate with hot and wet weather. The official language of this country is Thai and is spoken by the vast majority of the population. Buddhism is the largest religion in Thailand. Bangkok is the capital and largest city by the population and the area in this country, which is located in the Chao Phraya River delta in Thailand's central plain.

Where is Bangkok?

Bangkok is the capital and largest city by the population and the area in this country, which is located in the Chao Phraya River delta in Thailand's central plain. Bangkok is the economic and political center of this country. This city with an area of 1,569 km² has a population of over 10 million people. Bangkok  has a tropical climate with warm and humid weather. This city is a combination of tradition and modernity, which has its unique sights such as magnificent temples, historic markets, skyscrapers, and various bars. This city has become one of the most famous tourist hubs in the world.

 

Some Most Interesting Facts About Thailand

• The largest gold Buddha statue in the world is located in Thailand.
• Bangkok is also known as the Venice of the East.
• Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by an European country.
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Top Tourist Attractions in Bangkok

 

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan

one of the most famous tourist attractions in Bangkok is Wat Arun temple. This wonderful and unique temple is located right in the center of Bangkok and by the famous river of this city. Arun Temple, which means Temple of Dawn is one of the Buddhist temples and is a great place to start your visit in Bangkok. By entering this temple, you can learn more about the culture and customs of the Thai people and their traditional beliefs. most Thai people believe that the spiritual force inside of this temple have the ability to take care and protect the people living in the city.

Address: 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand

 

The Grand Palace

Bangkok Grand Palace is a palace located in the heart of the city and is one of the most important sights in Bangkok. This magnificent complex is known as one of the most famous tourist attractions in Thailand, which was built in 1782. The palace is divided into different parts and has several historical monuments that one of them is the Emerald Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Khao) in Bangkok. Currently, parts of the Grand Palace are open to the public in the form of a museum. Every year, many royal ceremonies and formal and traditional rituals are held behind the walls of this palace.

Address: Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

 

Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan

Wat Phra Temple is one of the most important temples of Thailand and includes a collection of prayer halls, art and education. This temple is the oldest temple in Thailand, which was built by King Rama I and later rebuilt by King Rama III. The main reason for the fame of Wat Phu temple is the presence of the Buddha statue in this place. The length of this statue is 46 meters and its height is 15 meters. Also, 108 pearls are used to decorate the foot of this statue, which the number of 108 is a symbol of Buddhist conduct for beauty. There are also kept 394 Buddhist statues in this temple.

Address: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

 

National Museum Bangkok

Bangkok National Museum is one of the best destinations to get to know more and better about the history and culture of Thailand. This museum is the largest historical museum in Southeast Asia. The building and architecture of this museum belongs to the 18th century and has 12 main halls with Thai architectural style. The National Museum has a wide collection of Asian Buddhist art such as Indian, Greek and Buddhist art, Tang dynasty, Vietnam, Champa art, Indonesia and Cambodia.

Address: QF5R+6MP, Soi Na Phra That, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

 

Lumphini Park

Lumphini Park is one of Bangkok's attractions in the heart of the city, which is a quiet and peaceful place that let you take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. In this park, you can do sports an activities such as walking and sightseeing, aerobic, cycling, pedal boating, badminto, the sport of takraw, which is a type of volleyball. Lumphini Park is one of the most beautiful sights in Bangkok, which welcomes many tourists every day.

Address: Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha

 

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is known as the holiest Buddhist temple in Thailand. The Emerald Temple with an area of 95 hectares was built in the traditional style of Thailand and has been renovated several times. The emerald Buddha statue, which is located inside this temple is considered as a very powerful religious and political symbol. All around this temple is filled with small lakes and water lotus flowers, the presence of these beautiful flowers has caused more tourists.

Address: QF2V+M34, Na Phra Lan Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

 

Siam Paragon

Another must-see in Bangkok is Siam Paragon that is a luxury shopping mall.  This shopping center is one of the best and largest shopping centers in Bangkok. This shopping center has one of the largest aquarium in Southeast Asia. There are more than 250 luxury stores , restaurants and coffee shops in this shopping center where rich and famous Thai people and foreign tourists go.

Address: 991 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

 

Jim Thompson House Museum

Jim Thompson's house is one of the landmarks of Bangkok city, which is a building from the Second World War. The Jim Thompson House is a private and historic home that is now used as a museum. This collection belongs to a person named Jim Thompson. He was an American entrepreneur and businessman who played a very important role in the revival of the silk industry in Thailand. This building is made of 6 wooden buildings in Thai American style.

Address: 6 Kasem San 2 Alley, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

 

Most famous Foods in Bangkok

 

Pad Thai  (Thai-style Fried Noodles)

Pad Thai is one of the most famous dishes in Bangkok, which is made from the combination of fried noodles with eggs, bean sprouts, peanuts, shallots, tofu, shrimps and sauce or plum juice.

 

Tom Kha Kai (Chicken in Coconut Soup)

This dish is one of the delicious and popular dishes that has a strange taste that you may have never experienced before. This dish is actually a chicken soup prepared with coconut milk.

 

Gaeng Daeng (red curry)

This dish is prepared from pieces of meat, red curry paste, coconut milk and lemon leaves and has a very pleasant aroma. It tastes great when the meat is crispy.

 

Khao Pad (Fried Rice)

To prepare this dish, first fry previously cooked rice and serve it with shrimp, boiled eggs, vegetables, plant seeds, etc.

 

Gaeng Keow Wan Kai (Green Chicken Curry)

Another popular dish to try in Bangkok is green chicken curry. This dish is prepared from chicken, curry paste, coconut milk, vegetables such as basil and cilantro and of course pepper, this dish is usually served with cooked Thai rice.