Bangkok is the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand. Known in Thai as Krung Thep Mahanakhon (Thai: กรุงเทพมหานคร, pronounced [krūŋtʰêːp máhǎːnákʰɔːn] , or กรุงเทพฯ Krung Thep (help·info), meaning "City of the Deity") for short, it was a small trading post at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River during the Ayutthaya Kingdom. It came to the forefront of Siam when it was given the status as the capital city in 1768 after the burning of Ayutthaya. However, the current Rattanakosin Kingdom did not begin until 1782 when the capital was moved across the river by Rama I after the death of King Taksin. The Rattanakosin capital is now more formally called "Phra Nakhon" (Thai: พระนคร),
pertaining to the ancient boundaries in the metropolis' core and the
name Bangkok now incorporates the urban build-up since the 18th century
which has its own public administration and governor.
Since its inception as the capital of Siam,
it was at the center of European Colonial plans, but due to its
strategic location in Indochina, it acted as a buffer-zone and brokered
power between the European forces. Through this, it gained notoriety in
the world as an independent, dynamic, and influential city. And in the
span of over two hundred years, Bangkok has grown to become the political, social and economic center of Thailand, Indochina and one of Southeast Asia.
As a direct result of the 1980s and 1990s Asian investment boom, numerous multinational corporations base their regional headquarters in Bangkok and the city has become a regional force in finance and business. Its increasing influence on global politics, culture, fashion, and entertainment underlines its status as a global city. In 2009, it was the second most expensive city in South-East Asia behind Singapore.
The city's wealth of cultural landmarks and attractions in addition
to its notorious entertainment venues has made it synonymous with
exoticism. Its historic wealth coincides with its rapid modernization,
reflected in the cityscape and the urban society. The Grand Palace, Vimanmek Palace Complex, its thousands of temples, and the city's notorious red-light districts combine draw in 11 million international visitors each year, trailing just Paris and London.
Bangkok has a population of approximately 6,355,144 residents while
the greater Bangkok area has a population of 11,971,000 (January 2008).[3] The capital is part of the heavily urbanized triangle of central and eastern Thailand which stretches from Nakhon Ratchasima along Bangkok to the heavily Industrialized Eastern Seaboard. Bangkok borders six other provinces: Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Samut Sakhon and Nakhon Pathom, and all five provinces are joined in the conurbation of the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. It is served by two international airports, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Muang, four rapid transit lines operated by the BTS, MRT, and the SRT, with plans to add eight more by 2020.
pertaining to the ancient boundaries in the metropolis' core and the
name Bangkok now incorporates the urban build-up since the 18th century
which has its own public administration and governor.
Since its inception as the capital of Siam,
it was at the center of European Colonial plans, but due to its
strategic location in Indochina, it acted as a buffer-zone and brokered
power between the European forces. Through this, it gained notoriety in
the world as an independent, dynamic, and influential city. And in the
span of over two hundred years, Bangkok has grown to become the political, social and economic center of Thailand, Indochina and one of Southeast Asia.
As a direct result of the 1980s and 1990s Asian investment boom, numerous multinational corporations base their regional headquarters in Bangkok and the city has become a regional force in finance and business. Its increasing influence on global politics, culture, fashion, and entertainment underlines its status as a global city. In 2009, it was the second most expensive city in South-East Asia behind Singapore.
The city's wealth of cultural landmarks and attractions in addition
to its notorious entertainment venues has made it synonymous with
exoticism. Its historic wealth coincides with its rapid modernization,
reflected in the cityscape and the urban society. The Grand Palace, Vimanmek Palace Complex, its thousands of temples, and the city's notorious red-light districts combine draw in 11 million international visitors each year, trailing just Paris and London.
Bangkok has a population of approximately 6,355,144 residents while
the greater Bangkok area has a population of 11,971,000 (January 2008).[3] The capital is part of the heavily urbanized triangle of central and eastern Thailand which stretches from Nakhon Ratchasima along Bangkok to the heavily Industrialized Eastern Seaboard. Bangkok borders six other provinces: Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Samut Sakhon and Nakhon Pathom, and all five provinces are joined in the conurbation of the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. It is served by two international airports, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Muang, four rapid transit lines operated by the BTS, MRT, and the SRT, with plans to add eight more by 2020.
Trails
Summary
Difficulty
Distance
Bangkok's Talad Noi Neighborhood
This extra-funky neighborhood is full of cool architecture, eccentric characters, and some great photo opportunities.
This extra-funky neighborhood is full of cool architecture, eccentric characters, and some great photo opportunities.
Easy
1.3 mi/
2.1 km
2.1 km
Highlights of Bangkok
The best of the city's temples, a smattering of food, and some street-level culture.
The best of the city's temples, a smattering of food, and some street-level culture.
Moderate
2.1 mi/
3.4 km
3.4 km
A Tour of Bangkok's Prapradaeng by Bicycle
This area across the river is a large expanse of mangrove swamp perfect for exploring by bicycle!
This area across the river is a large expanse of mangrove swamp perfect for exploring by bicycle!
Moderate
10.9 mi/
17.5 km
17.5 km
Guides
Filling your stomach in Bangkok's Chinatown.
The best of the city's temples, a smattering of food, and some street-level culture.
This extra-funky neighborhood is full of cool architecture, eccentric characters, and some great photo opportunities.
This area across the river is a large expanse of mangrove swamp perfect for exploring by bicycle!
Community Trips
Excellent ride through the less seen parts of Bangkok and surroundings. A stop at a lesser-known floating market which is nice. The trail follows many raised walkways through some swamp areas which are very interesting. You must yield to other motorcycles and users on these walkways and also use caution on the right angle turns.
A walk through Lumphini Park, Bangkok.I started at Lumphini Subway Station and ended at Silom Subway Station.It is a very pleasant walk with many things to see.
Cruise on the river, then visiting Wat Pho & Wat Arun
......... WAT BHOMAN KHUNARAM , 323 , SOI 19 , SATHU PRADIT , YANAWA . BANGKOK ..........
Weekend place for all hobby.
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