A Visit to Bangkok

Thailand has been for many years one of the most popular destinations in the world for people of all ages. As the capital city and largest populated area in Thailand, Bangkok has become the first place to visit when travelling to Thailand. Potential visitors have access to a huge wealth of Bangkok holiday packages, many of which contain fantastic and affordable deals for holidays in Bangkok.

With a population of over 11 million people living in and around Bangkok, the city is a hub of skyscrapers, traffic and nightlife and a great place to visit to be entertained. Bangkok is the political, spiritual and culture capital of Thailand and contains many different temples and palaces belonging to many different religions and cultures.

Bangkok is renowned as being one of the most traveller friendly cities in the world; this tropical metropolis can sometimes seem quite daunting due to its size, humidity and nightlife. With Thailand being so close to the equator its climate allows many wonderful exotic plants and flowers to grow, many of which grow throughout the city giving it a unique look and feel.

Bangkok has two airports Don Muang and Suvarnabhumi, both airports are approximately thirty kilometres from the city and visitors are advised to allow at least three hours travelling between them due to traffic congestion. Suvarnabhumi Airport is used by most airlines and has the great facilities available for holiday makers, in size terms it is one of the world's largest airports and contains one large terminal that covers both domestic and commercial flights.

Public transport is available within Bangkok in the form of the Skytrain. This futuristic looking train system was designed to help reduce pollution in and around the city. There are many different options for tickets including weekly and day passes available at affordable prices. There is a whole host of other travel options available within the city such as river taxis, metered taxis and Tuk Tuks.

The main sights and attractions of Bangkok are located on the island of Rattanakosin, this island is the historical and cultural centre of the city and contains such destinations as the Grand Palace. For a greater understanding of Thai history it is recommended to spend at least a day during your Bangkok holiday exploring the districts many museums and temples.