Bangkok is a huge metropolis, the capital of exotic Thailand, which lies on the coast of the Chao Phraya River, not far from its confluence with the Gulf of Thailand. This city is striking in its diversity. Ancient temples glittering with gold, Art Nouveau skyscrapers and squalid bamboo shacks harmoniously coexist here. This contrast is everywhere in the Thai capital. This, as well as the abundance of cultural attractions, amazes the guests of this city at first sight.
Amusement parks, numerous shops and restaurants give tourists a lot of opportunities to really interestingly spend their leisure time in Bangkok. The best way to see all the dazzling beauty of the Thai capital in a short time is to take a high-speed train tour. But if you are hungry for a more detailed acquaintance with the local cultural heritage, walking tours are indispensable. After all, only after looking closely, you will realize that this is not a typical bustling metropolis, but a magical eastern city, skillfully hidden among reinforced concrete skyscrapers and buildings of shopping centers. In Bangkok there are more than four hundred temples and monasteries. At least a few of them are worth visiting. For example, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which is part of the Royal Palace. This is one of the most significant shrines of Buddhism. Its multi-stage carved dome is richly decorated with inlays of bronze, gold and Chinese glaze. Near the temple is a figure of Buddha, carved from a huge piece of blue-green jadeite. The capital of Thailand is literally on the water. It is not for nothing that it is called "Venice of the East". The city is dotted with canals and tiny streams, along which water taxis run. They can also take you to one of the city's most famous landmarks - the floating market. It is located right on the water, and every morning it is filled with hundreds of sellers and buyers who sell, buy and exchange goods from their boats. You can find almost everything in this market: fruits and vegetables, flowers and fish, clothes and souvenirs. You can also taste a variety of Thai dishes. And all this without leaving the boat. The chances of sailing out of here without a purchase are practically nil. To avoid water shopping hitting your budget, do not hesitate to bargain as there are many parks in Bangkok. The oldest of these is Lumpini Park. This is a true haven of tranquility within the city limits. It offers residents and tourists a connection to nature, shady coolness and fresh air. Visit the local aquarium, which is considered the largest in Southeast Asia. It is located in the building of Siam Paragon Shopping Center. Here you can personally admire the inhabitants of the ocean depths, including leopard and black sharks, stingrays, moray eels, sea dragons, shrimps and fish of unthinkable shapes and colors. The bustle of Bangkok does not stop with the arrival of night. The nightlife in this city is always in full swing. Local clubs are able to satisfy even the most discerning visitor. Visit the "Bed" club, which is a spaceship. Catering in the Thai capital is also well developed. Various cafes, eateries and street food stalls can be found here literally at every step. Try the fried noodles with shrimp sauce and the green papaya salad.
