Bangkok, Thailand
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Brief Introduction
Bangkok, officially known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon and colloquially as Krung Thep, is the capital and most populous city of Thailand.
Climate
Like most of Thailand, Bangkok has a tropical savanna climate (Aw) under the Köppen climate classification and is under the influence of the Asian monsoon system. The city experiences three seasons: hot, rainy, and cool, although temperatures are fairly hot year-round, ranging from an average low of 23.2 °C (73.8 °F) in December to an average high of 35.7 °C (96.3 °F) in April. The annual average temperature is 28.9 °C (84.0 °F). The rainy season begins with the arrival of the southwest monsoon around mid-May. September is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of 335.9 millimetres (13.22 in). The rainy season lasts until October, when the dry and cool northeast monsoon takes over until February. The hot season is generally dry, but it also sees occasional summer storms
Tourism
Bangkok is one of the world's top tourist destinations. Of 162 cities worldwide, MasterCard ranked Bangkok as the top destination city by international visitor arrivals in its Global Destination Cities Index 2018, ahead of London, with just over 20 million overnight visitors in 2017. As the main gateway through which visitors arrive in Thailand, Bangkok is visited by the majority of international tourists to the country.
Grand Palace
Among Bangkok's well-known sights are the Grand Palace and major Buddhist temples, including Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun. The Giant Swing and Erawan Shrine demonstrate Hinduism's deep-rooted influence in Thai culture. Vimanmek Mansion in Dusit Palace is famous as the world's largest teak building, while the Jim Thompson House provides an example of traditional Thai architecture.
The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), resided at the Chitralada Royal Villa and his successor King Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) resides at the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, both in the Dusit Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand, with over eight million people visiting each year.
Wat Arun
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan or Wat Arun, "Temple of Dawn") is a Buddhist temple (wat) in the Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, Thailand. It is situated on Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple derives its name from the Hindu god Aruṇa, often personified as the radiations of the rising sun. Built with a fusion of Indian, Chinese, and Khmer influences, incorporating elements of both Hindu and Buddhist symbolism, as well as reflecting Siamese tradition and identity. Wat Arun is among the best known of Thailand's landmarks. Although the temple has existed since at least the 17th century, its distinctive prang (spire) was built in the early 19th century during the reigns of Rama II and Rama III.
Airport
Bangkok is one of Asia's busiest air transport hubs. Two commercial airports serve Bangkok, the older Don Mueang International Airport and the newer Suvarnabhumi Airport. Suvarnabhumi, which replaced Don Mueang as Bangkok's main airport after its opening in 2006, served 52,808,013 passengers in 2015, making it the world's 20th busiest airport by passenger volume. This volume exceeded its designed capacity of 45 million passengers. Don Mueang reopened for domestic flights in 2007, and resumed international service focusing on low-cost carriers in October 2012. As of 2023, a new SAT-1 terminal has been opened at Suvarnabhumi to handle the increasing passenger count. Plans for further expansion are already being commenced. Meanwhile, Don Mueang is currently considering renovation.
Suvarnabhumi Airport: https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/
Don Mueang International Airport: https://donmueang.airportthai.co.th/
P.s. The content comes from Wikipedia.
Must-see Scenic Spot
Bangkok is one of the world's top tourist destinations.
- • Grand Palace
- • Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- • Erawan Shrine
- • Khao San Road
- • The Giant Swing
- • Wat Arun
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Visa
Do I need a tourist visa ?
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As of mid-2024, passport holders from 93 countries and territories can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism or short business, generally allowed to stay for up to 60 days (extendable for another 30 days). Key nationalities include the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, China, and most European nations.
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