Bangkok, also known as the 'Venice of the East', is a blend of tradition and modernity. The city will mesmerise you with its delicious food, gorgeous beaches and fabulous nightlife. Whatever you fancy, you will find a flavour of it in Bangkok.
While the city boasts some impressive restaurants, there are several other tourist attractions for those looking for a culturally-enhanced experience. From expressive Thai dances to Thai boxing mayhem, Bangkok offers you everything you need for a fantastic holiday.
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So what is there to do?
For starters, visit the amazing Grand Palace. Built in 1782, the palace is still the residence of the Kings of Siam. There is also the stunning Wat Pho with the Reclining Golden Buddha. There are a series of temples to explore, from Wat Ratchapradit's murals to Wat Ratchabophit's ceramic mosaics. If you are an ardent follower of Buddha,don't skip Wat Suthat, a beautiful temple that features hundreds of smaller golden Buddhas.
If arts and crafts excite you, you can always take a walk down to the Sai Ban Bat, where you will find groups of locals who make pretty alm bowls. You can take a stroll through the Pak Khlong Talat, a famous flower market.
For street food, Chinatown should be your go-to place; here you will find some amazing food stalls, and plenty of herbal shops.
Be it traditional or urban experiences, Bangkok never ceases to amaze you. Take a ride down the BTS Skytrain, along Sukhumvit Road, and you will find yourself lost in the shopping maze. It is a shopping haven for not just leading brands but also local brands, like FLYNOW. However, you need to be very careful as the streets might have plenty of imitation items.
Speaking of imitations, one of the most unique experiences this part of Bangkok has to offer is the 'Imitation Museum', where you will find 4000 examples of duplicate goods.
All in all, Bangkok is a place that must be seen to experience the magic of the Thai wonderland. Hurry up and book a flight to Bangkok today! AirAsia offers extremely affordable and attractive deals to suit your budget.