Bangkok is the political, economic and cultural hub in Thailand that dominates Southeast Asia. Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and has somewhere well over 10 million inhabitants. Bangkok is a modern, growing city with outstanding public transportation including an elevated monorail and a new subway system, a terrific and extensive bus and boat routes. The new Suvarnabhumi Airport was designed to be a hub for Southeast Asia and ranks among the world's largest.

There is a lot to see and do in Bangkok, including everything from sightseeing to shopping. No visitor to Bangkok should skip the unique Wat Phra Kaew, which includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the Grand Palace. Other must-see temples include Wat Arun, the "Dawn Temple". And as long as you're on the Chao Phraya river, the central artery of Bangkok, enjoy a trip down the river to see the sights of this "Venice of the Orient"

December through February is the best time of year to visit Bangkok, followed by August. Other times of year are riskier, as the hot, humid weather is unpleasant for visitors in the rainy season. Bangkok is a tropical wonder, full of an amazing variety of fruits, and some of the world's best flowers and tropical plants.

All this tropical richness is evident in the world famous Thai Cuisine found throughout Bangkok. Street vendors sell all kinds of prepared foods and tropical fruits, and world-class restaurants are abundant. This is a culture of food, and Thai food is world renowned. You must try some Pad Thai in a local noodle shop, or some fresh Som Tam from a street vendor. And don't forget about other cuisines; the huge Chinatown in Bangkok is also crowded and full of great food.

So wander around our site and you'll find many of Bangkok's treasures mentioned. Kruungthep Mahat Nakorn (Bangkok City of Angels) is a city like no other on earth. If you're coming to visit here, you'll definitely want to spend plenty of time in one of the great cities of the world - Bangkok, Thailand!