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Bangkok Markets Bangkok has a lot of markets ranging from the enormous Chatuchak Market to the small electrical goods markets in the alleys of Chinatown. The markets are one of the cheapest places to shop in Bangkok and you will find a wide variety of high quality goods at bargain prices if you know where to shop and when. You can always find an open market in Bangkok as there are a few night markets that take deliveries of stock throughout until the early hours of the morning. Bargaining with the vendors...Bangkok National Bus Services
Ask most people in Bangkok and they will tell you that Bangkok has only three bus terminals but in actual fact it has five, though three of them are all at the same location of Mochit (Mor Chit) and just have different phone numbers for bus travel information hence the confusion. If the journey is long distance then the buses will leave either during the morning or late at night for the overnight journeys, not during the daytime, this is so passengers arrive at their destination at a...
Bangkok Wats and Temples Thailand is a country world famous for its temples and many are situated in the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. Wat is the Thai name for a temple in Thailand so use that in front of the name of the temple if you are looking for a particular place. There are two main types of temples in Thailand, ones that perform religious functions and those that are quarters for practising monks. A trip to Bangkok is not complete without a visit to the magnificent Wat Arun (beautiful at both sunrise and...Bangkok City Bus Services Buses are the cheapest form of public transport In Bangkok and this probably makes it amongst one of the cheapest bus services in the world. A famous expatriate columnist once claimed that if you knew the Bangkok bus system then you could travel around the city at any time in the day faster than using a taxi. It certainly seems true to an extent as using their size you will often see a bus barging it's way through the Bangkok traffic, but knowing the routes is another thing completely!It... Bangkok National Train Services Hualampong Train StationHualampong Train Station was constructed 14 years after train travel was introduced to Thailand ; the building started in 1910 and was completed in 1916. In 1998 the station was modernised to improve its services and efficiency. From Bangkok's main train station Hualampong you can access most areas of Thailand with ease with either the Northern, Southern, or North Eastern Line. For destinations to the West of Bangkok such as Kanchanaburi you can use the Western line... Bangkok Express and Canal Boat Services
Bangkok was once known as the Venice of the East and for good reason as it was a city crisscrossed by many canals and though many of these have been filled in, the canals and main Chao Phraya River of Bangkok still offer many waterways for boat travel. The main piers for boats along the river are within easy access to the main riverside hotels and one of the most popular piers is Saphan Taksin which connects with the BTS sky train line allowing even better travel access to and from Bangkok....
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Sofitel Silom Hotel Bangkok
The dynamic Sofitel Silom Hotel Bangkok is ideally located on Silom Road in Bangkok's business, cultural and entertainment district and is the perfect choice for discerning business travellers. The Sofitel Silom Hotel Bangkok boasts 38 floors with 454 guestrooms and suites each one sharing modern amenities combined with a thematic design defined by simple lines, rich fabrics, and artistic motifs. The luxury Sofitel Silom Hotel Bangkok offers the finest experiences... In Bangkok - Ploenchit and Chitlom
If any area of Bangkok is to stand apart as being a step up in class then its Ploenchit and Chtilom with its 5 star hotels and designer shops in expensive shopping malls.
Ploenchit and Chitlom is a place to window shop and browse and stop for a coffee with friends in one of the many coffee shops in the area or even too grab a quick snack at one of the small backstreet restaurants and cafes. An area this well located has excellent access to the BTS sky train from both the Ploenchit and... Bangkok Museums
Thailand is a country with a long history and Bangkok has a lot of museums such as the famous and ever popular Jim Thompson Thai House showcasing the life of the famous American who revived Thailand's silk industry, and the National Museum. Many of the art museums in Bangkok are mainly dedicated to Thai Art and History, with exception for the excellent National Museum which features art from around the world. The Vimamnek Mansion Museum is a stunning sight to behold and well worth a visit, as...
Best Banglamphu Hotels Bangkok
Best Banglamphu Hotels Bangkok
Royal River Hotel Bangkok The ten-story Royal River Hotel Bangkok Located on the western bank of the Chao Phraya River and offers 436 luxurious rooms and 12 suites, with a panoramic view of the mighty river. Authentic Thai cuisine, western and oriental dishes are all on the menu at this riverside hotel. The Royal River Hotel is located towards the older part of Bangkok and is conveniently within a short distance from major tourist attractions and... |
