Bangkok Attractions

The traditional Thai New Year is an occasion for merriment all over the city, but most notably at Sanam Luang, near the Grand Palace, where…

King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world\’s longest reigning monarch is well beloved and deeply respected by all Thais old and young. The occasion of his royal…

The Chao Phraya River is the most important waterway in Thailand. Boats of all sizes ply this river ranging from huge container ships that berth…

Khon is Thailand\’s classical masked dance that is regarded as one of the most refined of performing arts. It was originally limited to the royal…

The spectacular Grand Palace is a must see sight in Bangkok. Built in 1782 and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the…

One of the oldest parts of town, Bang Lamphu district has become famous over recent years due to the emergence of Khao San Road as…

The site of Wat Phra Kaew also called the temple of the Emerald Buddha is located in Na Phralan, Phra Nakorn (inside the Grand Palace…

Khao San Road is a favourite crossroads for the young travellers on a budget. It has evolved over the last two decades from just one…

The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho , or Wat Phra Chetuphon, is located behind the splendid Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It\’s the…

The Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute is a popular attraction for both tourists and scientists, right in the heart of Bangkok. Here you can see some…

Wat Traimit from the outside is relatively plain, but it is of great interest and value because it houses the Golden Buddha, a solid gold…

London has its Covent Garden, Paris has Les Halles, Bangkok has Pak Khlong Talat which is the biggest fresh flower market in the city. The…