Bangkok is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. It is so special that you will love to come back every time you plan a trip to Thailand. The city has something that others don't, a mixture of old and modern, temples, smiling people and great food.
The city currently has about 8 million inhabitants. You will often see a whole family on a scooter or notice a little truck with more than twenty people on it. Welcome to Thailand! :)
The climate is tropical, with temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. The rainiest season is during the European summer (especially the month of September) and the best time to visit is in the winter.
You cannot imagine visiting Bangkok without shopping. No matter whether it comes to electronics, silk, clothing or souvenirs, the city offers countless possibilities.
There are numerous hotels, street restaurants, shops, markets and temples in the Siam area. For example, Silom Road is famous for its Japanese and Indian restaurants, Sukhumvit Road is the Indian-oriented area with many new hotels, near Victory Monument you will find huge Chatuchak Fair, where you can buy everything you can imagine.
Thailand food is excellent and definitely a must-try. Unidentified tastes and scents, spices and flavors, a tasty blend of sweet and spicy that prevails in Thai cuisine, and a wide variety of combinations of meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. Simply fantastic! Try the national soup Tom Yum Kung, rice noodles Pad Thai, excellent curry or grilled fish. The possibilities are endless and you will certainly enjoy every bite.
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