Thailand is now known as one of the friendliest Asian countries in the world. Also known as the land of smiles, Thailand is generally a "must go" for most people that visit Asia. Bangkok most often visited for its mix of modernity and tradition would be Thailand's beautiful capital.
Bangkok is a true gem, if you spend enough time trying to explore it thoroughly. Explore the city through its rivers, a good way to start the visit. The ChaoPraya River or "River of Kings" is the most famous river in all of Bangkok. A lot of Thailand 's history can know Bangkok found on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, making it an even better way to know. In contrast to the modern city, the river is a glimpse of how people here their old habits and traditions. Canals, or "Klong", shows the wooden houses on stilts with sampans and floating kitchens in the area.
Further down the river, you can seethe famous floating markets, bric a brac and selling Thai handicrafts, popular for tourists but as much a part of everyday life as it is for the locals for decades. And if you do not get seasick from the time you get through the busy narrow channels, head of the Royal Barges Museum. Beautiful barges which area a distinct feature of Thailand the line, you think of movies like The King and I.
Back on land there is so much to see how to do it. One thing mostTourists who frequented Bangkok again and again and again have the Erawan Shrine. Adorned with hundreds of locals and tourists every day, this shrine at the corner of Ploenchit and Ratchadamri Road to miss out on leave. Although it is not a temple (Wat), its one of the most famous sights in the busy streets of Bangkok. Many pay their respects and give offerings in the hope that their wishes would come true.
For those who see a different side of Bangkok andsomething totally unique to Thailand, head down during the Songkran (Thai New Year) or also known as hard water. Held on the hottest days of the year, the streets of Bangkok suddenly line up with people, the water cannons and water balloons, is ready for any and every purpose. This festival is also one of the oldest traditions of the Thai spirit of the show was, like a good time, just as they do were combined.
