| Bangkok is the largest as well as the capital city of | | | | collection of Thai art and artifacts; Bangkok Folk |
| Thailand. Situated near the Gulf of Thailand and on | | | | Museum, with exhibits such as traditional utensils and |
| the eastern banks of the Chao Phraya River, in the | | | | ceremonial related artifacts. |
| south-west part of the country, Bangkok is perhaps | | | | Human Imagery Museum, which throws light on the |
| the number one tourist spot in South-East Asia, and | | | | Thai life and culture; Corrections Museum, which is |
| serves as the gateway to the country. | | | | located at the site of the Bangkok Remand Prison; |
| Bangkok is an incredible destination that is a blend of | | | | Forensic Museum, where you can see preserved |
| east and west, and one can see here historic as well | | | | corpses; Science Museum, with an interesting |
| as ancient shrines overlooking towering modern | | | | aquarium, a planetarium, and several other sections |
| building that dominate the skyline. Apart from being a | | | | for entertainment and education; Philatelic Museum, |
| popular tourist spot, Bangkok serves as the country's | | | | which is a must-see for stamp collectors; and Royal |
| seat of administration and government. Bangkok is | | | | Barge National Museum, which has on display an array |
| also the main port of the country, and is home to | | | | of royal barges that were used during royal |
| about one tenth of the population of the country. | | | | occasions. |
| Further, Bangkok is sometimes referred to as the | | | | Additionally, Bangkok is also home to much famed |
| Venice of the East due to its beautiful canals and | | | | Ancient City, which is the world's largest outdoor |
| rivers. | | | | museum. On display here are gigantic-sized replicas of |
| No matter you are honeymooners, business traveler, | | | | renowned monuments and temples found across the |
| spiritual traveler, history buffs, or just a sightseer, | | | | nation. |
| Bangkok provides excellent options for all. From | | | | Other not to miss attractions in Bangkok are Lumpini |
| ancient Buddhist wats, historic monuments, and | | | | Park, the largest as well as the oldest park in the |
| interesting museums to amusement parks, parks, and | | | | city; Dusit Zoo, boasting of more than 200 mammals, |
| gardens, Bangkok boasts of a spectrum of | | | | 150 reptiles, and 1000 birds; Thai Cat Palace, featuring |
| attractions. | | | | several breeds of cats such as Siamese, white pure |
| Of the attractions in Bangkok that deserves a special | | | | Maeo Khao Mani, and diamond-eyed cats; Snake |
| mention are its magnificent royal palaces. Just few | | | | Farm, also known as the Queen Saovabha Memorial |
| among many of them are the Grand Palace, which is | | | | Institute, which is one of the leading producers of |
| exquisitely decorated and attached with areas such | | | | anti-venom Serum in Asia; Crocodile Farm -the largest |
| as Borombinan Hall, Amarindra Hall, and Dusit Hall; | | | | of its kind in the world, where you can see more |
| Chitlada Palace, which is the current residence of the | | | | than 60,000 fresh as well as sea water crocodiles; |
| king; Vimanek Mansion - a stupendous as well as | | | | and Rose Garden, a well-manicured area where |
| expansive wooden palace made from golden teak; | | | | cultural shows are conducted. |
| and Suan Pakkad Palace, with a collection of | | | | Bangkok has something for everyone. For instance, if |
| traditional style Thai mansions. | | | | you are a golf enthusiast, then the city has some |
| Equally interesting is the Buddhist wats and temples | | | | excellent choices in the form of Royal Thai Air Force, |
| found in the city, such as, Wat Phra Kaew, which is | | | | Royal Bangkok Sports Club, and Royal Thai Army |
| considered the most prominent Buddhist temple in | | | | Sports Center. If you are looking something different, |
| the country; Wat Arun, otherwise known as the | | | | then one of the best options would be to spectacle |
| Temple of Dawn; Wat Pho, whose centerpiece is a | | | | Thai boxing, which is conducted on the two main |
| 46 meters long statue of Lord Buddha in reclining | | | | stadiums of Bangkok, such as, Ratchadamnoen |
| posture; and Wat Traimit, also known as the Temple | | | | Stadium and Lumpini Stadium. |
| of Golden Buddha. | | | | In short, Bangkok boasts of everything that is |
| A visit to Bangkok would not to be complete without | | | | required for an enjoyable vacation. It is therefore not |
| taking a tour to many of its interesting museums | | | | a wonder why people from every nook and corner |
| such as Bank of Thailand Museum, located within | | | | of the world flock here per year. Hence, in order to |
| Bangkhunphrom Palace; Erawan Museum, in whose | | | | cater to the growing number of tourists, Bangkok |
| front one can find a statue of three-headed elephant | | | | comes with an array of accommodation choices, |
| that stands on an gargantuan pedestal; Bangkok | | | | ranging from high-end hotels and upscale resorts to |
| National Museum, which has on display an amazing | | | | boutique hotels and budget lodgings. |