1/28/2011

Bangkok Fast Info


Since this "City of Angels" is welcoming and wide open to people from any country and culture, tourists will find that it's very interesting, exciting and fun to stay in Bangkok. In fact, the city has a wide variety of attractions and activities to please all types of tourists. You can learn about Thai history, beliefs, architecture, and culture by wandering around temples, museums, and streets in the Rattanakosin Island area. Witness the lifestyle of Thai-Chinese and Thai-Indian generations in the vibrant area of Chinatown. Shop and enjoy the wild nightlife on famous Khao San, Silom, and Sukhumvit roads, or relax and let yourself be spoiled by service-minded staff in one of the many world-renowed hotels and spas.

Top Attractions :
- Rattanakosin Island, including Wat Arun (the temple of Dawn), and Khao San Road.
- Vimanmek Mansion, the world's largest golden teakwood mansion.
- Jim Thompson's House
- Chinatown Area
- Siam Niramit show, a world-class performance of Thailand's arts and cultural heritage

Shopping Spots :
There are zillions of street vendors, shops and shopping malls for tourists to shop in Bangkok. The most famous shopping places for tourists are Chatuchak Weekend Market, Siam Paragon, MBK Centre, Platinum Mall, Bangkok Night Bazaar, Khao San and Silom Roads.

Nightlife :
Khao San, Silom, and Sukhumvit Roads

Currency : Baht (THB)

Time Zone : GMT/UTC +7