About Thailand

 

 


Bangkok


     Bangkok was established in 1782 by King Rama I as the capical after. “Sukhothai, Ayutthaya and Thonburi” Over the past two centuries, it has developed into a great metropolis with a population of over 8 million. Like other modern cities in the world, Bangkok boasts lots of massive building, numerous luxurious hotels, shopping centers and a modern international airport but Bangkok has also retained its traditional charm.
It is a mixture of East and West, the ancient and the modern. Its surface has taken on the look of the present time while underneath the old ways are very much alive in Thai’s everyday life. So, despite its modernization, Bangkok is still best suited for a glimpse of the religion, architecture, traditional arts and other aspects of Thai culture.

Bangkok Downtown Areas
Silom – Surawong – Sathon : These streets are full of business skyscrapers and entertainment establishments, Patpong which is famous for night club also located in this area.
Sukhumvit : This road is full of fashionable residences, hotels and good restaurants.
Chinatown : It is the biggest chinatown in South East Asia.
Siam Square : It is the biggest and busiest shopping district in Bangkok.