Bangkok is perhaps the most tourist attractive Asian city. It is safe, and offers historic pleasures as well as modern garishness in almost equal measure. The city is diverse in it mix of people, not only with Thai people coming from the countryside to work, but with expats settling after finding jobs in the sprawling metropolis.
Accommodation in Bangkok is varied, and can be cheap if you do not mind not being in a top hotel. Because of the humidity it is always best to get air conditioning.
Getting around the city has been made all the more easy with the introduction of the Sky Train, which is inexpensive and very reliable. You can also try the bus, which can get crowded, or opt for an official taxi – the ones with a red light in the window if they are free. For the modern day authentic Thai experience, get on a Tuk-Tuk. These are amazing little covered trikes that will get you from A to B for a very reasonable fee.
There are many old palaces to explore in and around Bangkok, with artefacts dating back thousands of years. Couple this with the museums on offer and you have enough culture to keep a 2 week holiday filled. Lumpini Park in the middle of Bangkok is the largest open area in the city, and is great if you want to see what the locals do in their spare time. You will likely catch some free entertainment of some sort here too.
Away from the culture, there are Thai boxing matches most evenings, elephant rides for those who don’t mind seeing the animals in captivity, and spa’s and health clubs to get pampered in. If all that leaves you too tired, you can enjoy a relaxing Thai massage.
Clothing is a big industry in Thailand, and because it is made there, it is cheap to buy there. Ask your hotel to point you in the direction of the shopping districts, and you can happily spend a day or two just browsing the rails.
Thai food is world famous for its tasty spiciness. Here you can have it cooked in front of you for prices so cheap you will wonder how the restaurants make a living.
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